Has this ever been done/thought of?

CP_alum08

CP_alum08

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Mouse Ear yarmulkes...

Ok, before you start yelling I am not Jewish and do not know all the rules of the culture. I am in no way trying to be predigest and I absolutely admit to being ignorant. The last time I was at WDW I saw lots of people wearing yarmulkes, seemed like far more than I had seen previously. So it got me thinking that if something was offered it could be a big market for Disney. So would a mickey ear yarmulke be considered offensive? I know I've seen them with logos or patterns on them (like the Yankees logo for example) but I didn't know if there was a line as to how far you could go. I know this would bring up the issue of if Disney is catering to the Jewish religion they should cater to all religions, which I absolutely agree with, this was just the first thought I had.

So again, call me an idiot, say it's a horrible idea, whatever you want, but I am absolutely not trying to be offensive or disrespectful in any way. It was just a thought I had and wondered how it would be perceived.
 
Turtle

Turtle

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CP_alum08 said:
Mouse Ear yarmulkes...

Ok, before you start yelling I am not Jewish and do not know all the rules of the culture. I am in no way trying to be predigest and I absolutely admit to being ignorant. The last time I was at WDW I saw lots of people wearing yarmulkes, seemed like far more than I had seen previously. So it got me thinking that if something was offered it could be a big market for Disney. So would a mickey ear yarmulke be considered offensive? I know I've seen them with logos or patterns on them (like the Yankees logo for example) but I didn't know if there was a line as to how far you could go. I know this would bring up the issue of if Disney is catering to the Jewish religion they should cater to all religions, which I absolutely agree with, this was just the first thought I had.

So again, call me an idiot, say it's a horrible idea, whatever you want, but I am absolutely not trying to be offensive or disrespectful in any way. It was just a thought I had and wondered how it would be perceived.
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I actually thought the same thing in the parks a few weeks ago. But it MAY be sacrilegious, but I'm not sure since I'm not Jewish either.
 
AndyS2992

AndyS2992

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CP_alum08 said:
Mouse Ear yarmulkes...

Ok, before you start yelling I am not Jewish and do not know all the rules of the culture. I am in no way trying to be predigest and I absolutely admit to being ignorant. The last time I was at WDW I saw lots of people wearing yarmulkes, seemed like far more than I had seen previously. So it got me thinking that if something was offered it could be a big market for Disney. So would a mickey ear yarmulke be considered offensive? I know I've seen them with logos or patterns on them (like the Yankees logo for example) but I didn't know if there was a line as to how far you could go. I know this would bring up the issue of if Disney is catering to the Jewish religion they should cater to all religions, which I absolutely agree with, this was just the first thought I had.

So again, call me an idiot, say it's a horrible idea, whatever you want, but I am absolutely not trying to be offensive or disrespectful in any way. It was just a thought I had and wondered how it would be perceived.
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Turning a religious symbol into something commercial and tacky would be highly frowned upon.
 
real mad hatter

real mad hatter

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How dare you try and turn a Yarmulke into a set of Disney ears.Meet me at high noon outside Frontier Land. I'll be wearing Mickey ears in the shape of a Tam O'Shanter wielding a claymore and a Skean Dhu. :eek: Oh hold a minute, It's a Yamaka or Kippah your referring to...Sorry..A Yarmulk is also a wild deer grazing in the highlands of Scotland,sometimes referred to as the Red Stag. Call off the battle.. Just as well as the McLeod clan are usually blootered by high noon.;)
 
luv

luv

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Andys2992 said:
How so? If you saw someone wearing them would you not instantly recognise them as being Jewish?
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Jews are actually not the only ones who cover their heads when they pray or who cover their heads throughout their lives.

As I'm not the best at identifying people's religions or nationalities by looking at them, I obviously would not be able to make any assumptions.

I know a just a little about Judaism, but as it was explained to me, the things cover their heads and have no real symbolism. If I've been misinformed, please correct me! And please let me know what, specifically, they symbolize! Always happy to learn about religions. :)
 
AndyS2992

AndyS2992

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luv said:
Jews are actually not the only ones who cover their heads when they pray or who cover their heads throughout their lives.

I know a just a little about Judaism, but as it was explained to me, the things cover their heads and have no real symbolism. If I've been misinformed, please correct me! And please let me know what, specifically, they symbolize! Always happy to learn about religions. :)
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You are very misinformed, those tiny little hats are exclsuive to the Jewish faith and are as instantly recognizable as the Star of David for Judaism and are very symbolic. :)

Likewise is the crucifix for Christianity, although it would appear to be a fashion trend to sport this symbol in the UK right now, usually upside down because they think having the antichrist symbol on them is cool o_O Hopefully the US does not have this fashion trend.
 
luv

luv

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Andys2992 said:
You are very misinformed, those tiny little hats are exclsuive to the Jewish faith and are as instantly recognizable as the Star of David for Judaism and are very symbolic. :)

Likewise is the crucifix for Christianity, although it would appear to be a fashion trend to sport this symbol in the UK right now, usually upside down because they think having the antichrist symbol on them is cool o_O Hopefully the US does not have this fashion trend.
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Thank you for letting me know.

What do they symbolize?
 
AndyS2992

AndyS2992

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luv said:
Thank you for letting me know.

What do they symbolize?
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kippah

They are a recognizable 'symbol' that the person wearring it is Jewish and is following the belief that the top of their head should be covered at all times.

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WED99

WED99

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I don't know if people have thoguht tp go as far as putting ears on them, but there is something close....

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It is the same as the mickey ears anyway, just smaller and no neck strap. It's not worth the complaints.
 
luv

luv

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Andys2992 said:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kippah

They are a recognizable 'symbol' that the person wearring it is Jewish and is following the belief that the top of their head should be covered at all times.
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I was told by friends who are yarmulke-wearing Jews that the caps are not symbolic, per se. They simply serve the purpose of covering their heads. At least, I think that is what I was told...and is the impression I've been under, lol.

Not all Jews wear them. Most Jews that I know do not wear them. I asked once why some do and some don't and it turned into a loooong answer, the upshot being "different beliefs" of different variations of Judiasm.

You have stated that they are symbolic, but you seem to be using the word "symbol" when you're really meaning that the caps act as identifiers for you.

I will ask my friends again. They are smart people in general and are MUCH more informed about their religion than I am about mine. I will see them later this week. :)

It isn't that I don't believe you! The fact that I'm asking is proof that I do! It is just that you keep using the word "symbol" and not saying what it symbolizes. If you'd be more clear, it would be a big help. "The cross worn around a Christian's neck is symbolic of the crucifixion of Christ, whom they believe to have been the savior, dying on that cross to save their immortal souls." That kind of explanation would be very helpful! :)

In any event, I would not slap mouse ears on them...but I don't know...maybe that wouldn't be offensive. I've seen some cute yarmulkes. Before I did it, I'd check with someone who would know.
 
AndyS2992

AndyS2992

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luv said:
I was told by friends who are yarmulke-wearing Jews that the caps are not symbolic, per se. They simply serve the purpose of covering their heads. At least, I think that is what I was told...and is the impression I've been under, lol.

Not all Jews wear them. Most Jews that I know do not wear them. I asked once why some do and some don't and it turned into a loooong answer, the upshot being "different beliefs" of different variations of Judiasm.

You have stated that they are symbolic, but you seem to be using the word "symbol" when you're really meaning that the caps act as identifiers for you.

I will ask my friends again. They are smart people in general and are MUCH more informed about their religion than I am about mine.

It isn't that I don't believe you! The fact that I'm asking is proof that I do! It is just that you keep using the word "symbol" and not saying what it symbolizes. If you'd be more clear, it would be a big help. "The cross worn around a Christian's neck is symbolic of the crucifixion of Christ, whom they believe to have been the savior, dying on that cross to save their immortal souls." That kind of explanation would be very helpful! :)

In any event, I would not slap mouse ears on them...but I don't know...maybe that wouldn't be offensive. I've seen some cute yarmulkes. Before I did it, I'd check with someone who would know.
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I agree 100% with you here.

Some wear them and some don't due to different sects of the Religion however I am pretty certain they all wear it when in a Synagogue.

And yes perhaps I am mixing up the term symbolic with something else however I can assure you only Jews wear those little hats :)

And as mentioned previously, putting mouse ears on them would be like having Mickey Mouse nailed to a crucifix lol
 

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