In a message dated 7/5/02 2:08:55 PM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:



Greed is the root of all evil, right?



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AMEN!

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Hmm. As an ateist I can't agree, but what should I say instead?

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According to the following Merriam-Webster definition, you can use amen with a clear conscience... Just don't capitalize it -- they don't say, but I think the capitol A is what make it a "solemn ratification" rather then just an expression of approval.  :)

Main Entry: amen
Pronunciation: (')ä-'men, (')A-; 'ä- when sung
Function: interjection
Etymology: Middle English, from Old English, from Late Latin, from Greek amEn, from Hebrew AmEn
Date: before 12th century
used to express solemn ratification (as of an expression of faith) or hearty approval (as of an assertion)








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