Self-flagellation?

Question

Do those who self-flagellate do it because they really believe it will make them better people??

Answer 1

well i think i need to post a question asking what self-flagellation is lol... but yes i am in denial, and im new to this site, so do you know of any way to contact people besides answering their questions?

Answer 2

Actually yes. In some parts of the Philippines, where i'm from, self-flaggelation is a part of the Holy Week ritual. It is done on good fridays. They flagellate themselves in imitation of the sufferings of Christ and some would even have themselves crucified. They say that it is a way of absolving their sins.

The Church, however, rightfully condemns it as pagan and improper. It is, however, part of the culture and it is simply tolerated fior now.

Answer 3

you should probably spend more of your time researching useful things.

Answer 4

No, it usally means that they have a serious mental disorder.

Answer 5

Its the medeval version of cutting. Similar psychology.