Is the word "ignorant" an insult?
Question:
You should never use the word “ignorant” on Catholic radio.
Answer:
The word ignorant is appropriate, all it means (according to websters dictionary) is: "lacking in knowledge or training; unlearned, uninformed; unaware." For example, if someone started talking to me about engineering or quantum physics I would admit that I am ignorant in those things. The word "ignorant" is used many times in the Holy Bible for those who don't know the Gospel, for example in 2 Peter 3:16; Acts3:17 & Acts 17:30 and other places.
The Spiritual Works of Mercy also uses the word 'ignorant.'
1. instruct the ignorant <http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/07648a.htm>;
2. counsel the doubtful <http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/05141a.htm>;
3. admonish sinners <http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/04394a.htm>;
4. bear wrongs patiently;
5. forgive offences willingly;
6. comfort the afflicted;
7. pray <http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/12345b.htm> for the living and the dead <http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/04653a.htm>.