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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I am Christian and acknowledge Jewish holidays on social media. When I wish a Jewish friend a happy holiday in person they seem genuinely appreciative. Is my behavior potentially patronizing or offensive?  
I will rethink this.  [/quote]

Well…it depends. Do you say “happy Yom Kippur?” Because that would be hilarious.[/quote]

The message I'm getting is that it's better not to try, because you risk ruffling feathers or making people laugh at the attempt.[/quote]

I am OP - and come on. Just be authentic and own what you are doing and saying. If you truly feel good about wishing your Jewish friends a happy new year, or an easy fast, then do it - I think it's the lack of authenticity and knowledge that just kind of seems weird sometimes. But if you are really familiar with Jewish customs or close with your Jewish friends, then it might not be weird. You can always ask a close Jewish friend how it's coming across. And you can always say something like: I'm not Jewish but I'd love to learn more about this holiday. Could I tag along at someone's celebration? That feels authentic and sincere (if it is).

Also, if you can't live with people sometimes rolling their eyes at your social media posts, don't go on social media. You're out saying things in public, and some people won't like what you have to say - or how you said a thing - and that's just life. It doesn't mean everyone hates you or wants to send you to cancel jail - it means you were a little cringey or weird, and who cares.[/quote]
NP.  Don’t be uptight and stop the navel gazing and second guessing others.  People are allowed to be nice.  
Oh, and Happy New Year, friend![/quote]

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