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To: PJammers; vladimir998
Why do you spread ash on your forehead?

Matthew 11: If the miracles that were performed in you had been performed in Tyre and Sidon, they would have repented long ago in sackcloth and ashes

What is the purpose of carrying palm leafs?

John 12:13 They took palm branches and went out to meet him, shouting, "Hosanna! " "Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!" "Blessed is the King of Israel!"

Explain the fixation with Mary?

Matthew 1:18 [The Birth of Jesus Christ] This is how the birth of Jesus Christ came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to be with child through the Holy Spirit.

How did Peter get elected Pope?

John 21:18 I tell you the truth, when you were younger you dressed yourself and went where you wanted; but when you are old you will stretch out your hands, and someone else will dress you and lead you where you do not want to go." 19 Jesus said this to indicate the kind of death by which Peter would glorify God. Then he said to him, "Follow me!"

Why do you call the pope and priests “Holy Father” when Jesus specifically states not to?

1 Corinthians 4:15 Even though you have ten thousand guardians in Christ, you do not have many fathers, for in Christ Jesus I became your father through the gospel.

54 posted on 01/21/2013 5:46:29 PM PST by xzins (Retired Army Chaplain and Proud of It! True supporters of our troops pray for their victory!)
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To: xzins

Brother xzins,

I took offense to the same post you mentioned. I know you from other debates and respect your views.

My question wasn’t about the Biblical origin. I should have rephrased and asked why is it a ritual.

Some of these brothers have hardened hearts. I am asking you because I know I’ll receive a civil reply.


60 posted on 01/21/2013 6:42:47 PM PST by PJammers (I can't help it... It's my idiom!)
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To: xzins

Well done Padre.


69 posted on 01/21/2013 7:17:23 PM PST by narses
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To: xzins

I am hearing very bad things from family in the military vis-a-vis the Chaplains Corps. What are your sources saying?


86 posted on 01/21/2013 7:54:08 PM PST by narses
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