https://freerepublic.com/tag/pachamamaismary/ en-us Wed, 1 Oct 2025 14:45:28 GMT Focus Forum 15 https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/4343689/posts The claim that Marian devotion in Catholicism is derived from pagan goddess worship—specifically Ishtar, Diana, or Astarte—is a persistent but thoroughly discredited myth rooted in 19th-century anti-Catholic propaganda, most notably Alexander Hislop’s *The Two Babylons* (1853). This narrative, often recycled in modern social media and evangelical circles, alleges that Mary’s veneration as the Mother of God (Theotokos) or Queen of Heaven is a Christianized version of ancient pagan goddess cults. However, linguistic, historical, biblical, and cultural evidence reveals no connection. This compiled text is inspired by discussions with our fellow freepers and I hope offers a detailed, accessible refutation of... Cronos https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/4343689/posts#comment Wed, 1 Oct 2025 14:45:28 GMT