Then your "book" is in error. Words mean things, and don't mean other things. Ironic that you presume to lecture others on what words mean on this very thread.
You may certainly disagree with it, but it doesn't invalidate the term's use.
Actually...yes it does. Sure, you can use words to mean anything you like, but that's what's called "wrong." Of course now I'm doubting you know what "invalidate" means, too.
Also -- I claim no degree
Then by what right do you presume to advise others on matters of which you are clearly ignorant?
Most of the frequent posting Vatican Cultists hereon
appear to have PhD's in precisely that!
And Proddys DON'T DO THAT.
However, even if we did--we'd merely be following y'all's lead!
Did you read the definition of the word "prayer"? Is the dictionary in error here?
Then by what right do you presume to advise others on matters of which you are clearly ignorant?
First, I wasn't "lecturing" anyone -- I was replying to a poster with whom I agreed. Your appearance in replying to me began the lecture. And, I believe (possibly erroneously -- the RM will make the call), you're making this thread about me.
Second, the right that I have to presume to do anything here is called, oh, I don't know -- freedom? Now... since this is a privately-owned forum, the owner or one of his agents can pull my posts if I violate his terms. Ignorance, of which you accuse me, wasn't on that list the last time I looked. But, since I'm registered, and thankfully have not managed to get zotted, I'd say that gives me the privilege to be here. Same as you.
Finally, I was not advising ANYONE on any matter - as I stated, I was replying to a post made by Metmom. If you perceived my statement to her to be lecturing or advising you, that's an issue with you that you will need to resolve.
Hoss