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To: spirited irish

They answer a claim by some fool that Astarti, the name of a Babylonian goddess, was very similar to Easter. The fool goes on to point out that worship of Astarti was introduced into ancient Britain. Therefore, Easter is pagan in origin.

The “logic” is so stupid it makes my head hurt. First of all Christianity and the celebration of Jesus’ resurrection did not start in Britain. Also the holiday has never been called “Easter” in most of the world, including the countries where Christian belief first took hold. It’s called Passover in those countries. It’s only called Easter in English speaking countries. I think German speaking countries also. Christian belief came to Britain and Germany much later than the places that call it Passover.


44 posted on 03/31/2024 12:04:05 PM PDT by lasereye
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To: lasereye

Bingo!


49 posted on 04/01/2024 12:43:52 PM PDT by Campion (Everything is a grace, everything is the direct effect of our Father's love - Little Flower)
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