MagicTellaVision (1 month ago) Remove | Spam Marked as spam "THE GOVERNMENT OF THE UNITED STATES IS NOT IN ANY SENSE FOUNDED ON THE CHRISTIAN RELIGION." (Treaty of Tripoli, Article 11: Written during the Administration of George Washington and signed into law by John Adams.)
In 1777-78 America fought hard against THE CHURCH OF ENGLAND's Spaghetti Monster at Valley Forge. General George Washington did not bow down to King James Book as the word of God during the time of the INQUISTION, which was incorrectly depicted by a Christian Artist named Arnold Friberg.
Thomas "Tom" Paine from (1737 to 1809) was one of the Founding Fathers of the United States, his book was notorious for The Age of Reason that advocates deism and promotes for the reason of free thinking and argues against institutionalized religion and Christian doctrines. Lets not forget about the 300 year Flat Earth Inquisition when millions of people were dyeing for our Religious Freedoms on a 100,000 Burning Crosses.
I Pledge Allegiance To The Flag, Of the United States of America: I would like to see Abraham Lincoln's QOUTE added on the back of The American Penny, ("The Bible is not my book nor Christianity my profession. I could never give assent to the long complicated statements of Christian dogma"), US President.
In 1954 President Eisenhower and Congress added the phrase "under God" into the Pledge of Allegiance which violates the separation of religion from a Secular Government. Native American is a Proud Secular Nation which will never be forced to bow down to a Dead Middle Eastern man as their New God or trust their money with which is based on blind faith for a fool...
In 1966, the phrase "In (a Spaghetti Monster) we Trust" was added to the American Dollar Bill which is Unconstitutional, what is next Blasphemy Laws? To the Republic For Which It Stands, With Liberty And Justice For All: SINCERELY One Free Secular Nation which stands (ABOVE) Religious Theocracy.
I love Sign Language it's one of the most interesting languages out there..I truly love these videos because they teach alot. Don't judge these people because they are no different and don't critize it either, if you don't know anything about it, then go study it.
Quick question: Why aren't you using the frozen script for the Pledge of Allegiance? Is this what you teach your students? As a teacher, I would think you would only sign the frozen script and only teach the frozen script.
@ShawnWBrowder90 Hi! This IS "frozen script." By definition, a frozen script is a version that is repeated exactly the same by everyone. We sign this every day in class, exactly how you see it. If you're referring to an "English sign-for-word" version (aka SEE) that is not conceptually accurate and is not ASL. This version is more accurate/correct than any SEE versions you may come across. As it is, there is no "national standard" for the Pledge at this time in any version (ASL, PSE or SEE).
I've enjoyed watching your videos! I started signing the pledge of allegience years ago, very similar to the way you interpreted it, and BOY oh BOY did i get flack from other "experts". "for-which-it-stands" was among the phrases I was attacked for signing wrong. They were signing word for word, I signed "represents"...also, believe it or not... one person wanted to know why I signed "can't separate" for "indivisible"! ...they actually thought the word was "invisible"!! I feel vindicated!
@kjsand Glad you enjoy watching my videos. *smile* There are those who feel that things such as this should be signed "English-like." But it is my opinion that it disrespects the flag not to sign it as it should be signed - using conceptually accurate ASL. Vindicated indeed. *grin*
Great Job! Your Spangled Banner is also just a great job! Just one question about your choice of "government" for "republic." Some ASL online Dictionaries have a sign that looks like toilet with an "R". Some might think that would be a better sign if you are talking about the "government" that is occupying Washington at this time. I would not suggest using that but government=republic? Perhaps "my oath support elect represent government that shows". But thanks so much!
@RichardInSTL Hi Richard! Glad you like the video. *smile* My kids enjoy doing it at all the home football games every year. To answer your question - The sign you're referring to actually translates to mean "Republican." As in, the political party. So, the sign that I use is a more accurate representation of the government (as a whole) that we are pledging allegiance to. To use the sign you mentioned would mean you're pledging allegiance to the Republican Party. Does that make sense?
You're very welcome! Ah, but be careful with attaching English words to ASL signs (word-to-sign correlations). That particular sign means MUCH more than just "promise." In this particular case, it means to commit or to make a commitment.
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VERY good "interpertation" however, the pledge is 1 of few things that should only be translated word for word, & not interpreted. I know that its harder to understand, but it is the same as it is in English. That would be like me disrespectfuly simplifying the pledge in English:
I pledge my love and devotion to the US flag. And I also pledge what the US stands for: one unseperable nation under god, with freedom and fairness for every American.
Thanks for your opinion. It is because of my respect and devotion to my country that I created this conceptually accurate signed version of the Pledge of Allegiance. Your comments show that you are not fluent in ASL, nor are you familiar with Deaf culture. ASL is NOT the same as English - they are two separate languages. Thus, signing the Pledge in ASL requires using terminology that is accurate for the language - just as if I were to state the Pledge in any other language.
I have seen so many totally incorrect signed versions of the Pledge that I created this one. If it was signed "word for word" as you suggested, it would be disrespecting both the Pledge and ASL. Example - "for which it stands." A sign often used to represent "WHICH" literally means "one or the other." The sign often used to represent "STAND" literally means "erect position on your feet." Accurate? No. More respectful to the flag? Not even close. Again, thanks for your opinion.
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I am fluent in ASL, Im hh, and very active in the deaf/hh community & deaf culture. Im not against how you signed it at all... & acctually for the most part I only sign the way you sign (ASL). I am fully aware that ASL, & english or SEE are totally different languages. But certain things I think need translation only. That is just my opinion. I understand translating & interpreting very well, Im flurent in english spanish ASL & semi in Italian. Thank-you very much for your reply! :)
Excellent. Then if you're as knowledgeable about the language and culture as you claim, then you already know that the "English is superior" attitude started disappearing in the 1960's. You'll also know that SEE is not a language, but is rather a coding system for English (much like Morse Code is a type of coding system). Thus for the Deaf in America to express their devotion to their country, the only honorable and respectable way to do it is with a real language, rather than a coding system.
hottietomalie1, you might need to look up the words "interpretation," "translation," "concept," "meaning," and "accurate." Review the definitions of these words and then revisit your comment.
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In 1777-78 America fought hard against THE CHURCH OF ENGLAND's Spaghetti Monster at Valley Forge. General George Washington did not bow down to King James Book as the word of God during the time of the INQUISTION, which was incorrectly depicted by a Christian Artist named Arnold Friberg.
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Thomas "Tom" Paine from (1737 to 1809) was one of the Founding Fathers of the United States, his book was notorious for The Age of Reason that advocates deism and promotes for the reason of free thinking and argues against institutionalized religion and Christian doctrines. Lets not forget about the 300 year Flat Earth Inquisition when millions of people were dyeing for our Religious Freedoms on a 100,000 Burning Crosses.
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I Pledge Allegiance To The Flag, Of the United States of America: I would like to see Abraham Lincoln's QOUTE added on the back of The American Penny, ("The Bible is not my book nor Christianity my profession. I could never give assent to the long complicated statements of Christian dogma"), US President.
MagicTellaVision 2 months ago
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In 1954 President Eisenhower and Congress added the phrase "under God" into the Pledge of Allegiance which violates the separation of religion from a Secular Government. Native American is a Proud Secular Nation which will never be forced to bow down to a Dead Middle Eastern man as their New God or trust their money with which is based on blind faith for a fool...
MagicTellaVision 2 months ago
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In 1966, the phrase "In (a Spaghetti Monster) we Trust" was added to the American Dollar Bill which is Unconstitutional, what is next Blasphemy Laws? To the Republic For Which It Stands, With Liberty And Justice For All: SINCERELY One Free Secular Nation which stands (ABOVE) Religious Theocracy.
MagicTellaVision 2 months ago
I love Sign Language it's one of the most interesting languages out there..I truly love these videos because they teach alot. Don't judge these people because they are no different and don't critize it either, if you don't know anything about it, then go study it.
jrockluv 7 months ago
@jrockluv ASL is definitely a beautiful language. Thanks!
BYUFanatic 7 months ago
Quick question: Why aren't you using the frozen script for the Pledge of Allegiance? Is this what you teach your students? As a teacher, I would think you would only sign the frozen script and only teach the frozen script.
ShawnWBrowder90 9 months ago
@ShawnWBrowder90 Hi! This IS "frozen script." By definition, a frozen script is a version that is repeated exactly the same by everyone. We sign this every day in class, exactly how you see it. If you're referring to an "English sign-for-word" version (aka SEE) that is not conceptually accurate and is not ASL. This version is more accurate/correct than any SEE versions you may come across. As it is, there is no "national standard" for the Pledge at this time in any version (ASL, PSE or SEE).
BYUFanatic 9 months ago
I've enjoyed watching your videos! I started signing the pledge of allegience years ago, very similar to the way you interpreted it, and BOY oh BOY did i get flack from other "experts". "for-which-it-stands" was among the phrases I was attacked for signing wrong. They were signing word for word, I signed "represents"...also, believe it or not... one person wanted to know why I signed "can't separate" for "indivisible"! ...they actually thought the word was "invisible"!! I feel vindicated!
kjsand 1 year ago
@kjsand Glad you enjoy watching my videos. *smile* There are those who feel that things such as this should be signed "English-like." But it is my opinion that it disrespects the flag not to sign it as it should be signed - using conceptually accurate ASL. Vindicated indeed. *grin*
BYUFanatic 7 months ago
Great Job! Your Spangled Banner is also just a great job! Just one question about your choice of "government" for "republic." Some ASL online Dictionaries have a sign that looks like toilet with an "R". Some might think that would be a better sign if you are talking about the "government" that is occupying Washington at this time. I would not suggest using that but government=republic? Perhaps "my oath support elect represent government that shows". But thanks so much!
RichardInSTL 1 year ago
@RichardInSTL Hi Richard! Glad you like the video. *smile* My kids enjoy doing it at all the home football games every year. To answer your question - The sign you're referring to actually translates to mean "Republican." As in, the political party. So, the sign that I use is a more accurate representation of the government (as a whole) that we are pledging allegiance to. To use the sign you mentioned would mean you're pledging allegiance to the Republican Party. Does that make sense?
BYUFanatic 1 year ago
Thank you for this! I have been searching for an ASL accurate interpretation. I like how you choose to sign promise,
candicelarsen 2 years ago
You're very welcome! Ah, but be careful with attaching English words to ASL signs (word-to-sign correlations). That particular sign means MUCH more than just "promise." In this particular case, it means to commit or to make a commitment.
BYUFanatic 2 years ago
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VERY good "interpertation" however, the pledge is 1 of few things that should only be translated word for word, & not interpreted. I know that its harder to understand, but it is the same as it is in English. That would be like me disrespectfuly simplifying the pledge in English:
I pledge my love and devotion to the US flag. And I also pledge what the US stands for: one unseperable nation under god, with freedom and fairness for every American.
hottietomalie1 2 years ago
Thanks for your opinion. It is because of my respect and devotion to my country that I created this conceptually accurate signed version of the Pledge of Allegiance. Your comments show that you are not fluent in ASL, nor are you familiar with Deaf culture. ASL is NOT the same as English - they are two separate languages. Thus, signing the Pledge in ASL requires using terminology that is accurate for the language - just as if I were to state the Pledge in any other language.
BYUFanatic 2 years ago
I have seen so many totally incorrect signed versions of the Pledge that I created this one. If it was signed "word for word" as you suggested, it would be disrespecting both the Pledge and ASL. Example - "for which it stands." A sign often used to represent "WHICH" literally means "one or the other." The sign often used to represent "STAND" literally means "erect position on your feet." Accurate? No. More respectful to the flag? Not even close. Again, thanks for your opinion.
BYUFanatic 2 years ago
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I am fluent in ASL, Im hh, and very active in the deaf/hh community & deaf culture. Im not against how you signed it at all... & acctually for the most part I only sign the way you sign (ASL). I am fully aware that ASL, & english or SEE are totally different languages. But certain things I think need translation only. That is just my opinion. I understand translating & interpreting very well, Im flurent in english spanish ASL & semi in Italian. Thank-you very much for your reply! :)
hottietomalie1 2 years ago
Excellent. Then if you're as knowledgeable about the language and culture as you claim, then you already know that the "English is superior" attitude started disappearing in the 1960's. You'll also know that SEE is not a language, but is rather a coding system for English (much like Morse Code is a type of coding system). Thus for the Deaf in America to express their devotion to their country, the only honorable and respectable way to do it is with a real language, rather than a coding system.
BYUFanatic 2 years ago
hottietomalie1, you might need to look up the words "interpretation," "translation," "concept," "meaning," and "accurate." Review the definitions of these words and then revisit your comment.
Banerika 2 years ago