I agree. That is why I referred to the tradition of non- denominational benedictions. I think it is rude not to take into account, and make reasonable provision, for the sensitivities of participants, and therefore to be highly sectarian, for example. I do, on the other hand, think that it is not unreasonable to expect accommodation on both sides.
For example, if most of my guests were meat eaters, it is unlikely that I would serve a vegetarian dinner, as opposed to having an appropriate entree prepared for the vegetarians in the group. I know that I am rarely satisfied by vegan entrees. No, I would not have a side of beef, if I had Hindu guests, since that is a particularly delicate point. On the other hand, if I had a Christmas tree or menorah, supposing it were the season, I would not feel obliged to take it down.
So, I would say that the majority should take into account the sensitivities of the minority, but that the minority has a reciprocal duty to not make a fuss at every turn. |
