[Ryzorian]

Gonative; pride is a sin by christian standards, probably by most religious standards actually. Pride is what led to Satan's downfall. So I can agree with much of what you say about pride. However, I think patriotism is important to a nation. It's that nations lifeblood, remove it and the nation dies from disinterest. I don't think patriotism is pride, I see it as the same reaction a father would have protecting his child. Only it's how the people react when thier nation is in danger.