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Old December 26th 04, 10:46 PM
RobertR237
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Blanche wrote:

What about the winter equinox earlier this week?


That's really what we all are celebrating, regardless of what we call it. As
nearly as anyone can tell, Christ was actually born sometime in August, and
his
birth was originally celebrated then (though the early church didn't put much
emphasis on that holiday - Easter was the biggie). Christmas was moved to
late
December in the third century. The Romans persecution was at its height, and
the
church wanted the congregation to appear to be celebrating the Roman holidays
just like everyone else.

George Patterson
The desire for safety stands against every great and noble enterprise.


The why it is celebrated in December is not important, and "WE ALL" are not
celebrating the winter equinox. Speak only for yourself.

MERRY CHRISTMAS


Bob Reed
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KIS Cruiser in progress...Slow but steady progress....

"Ladies and Gentlemen, take my advice,
pull down your pants and Slide on the Ice!"
(M.A.S.H. Sidney Freedman)

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Old December 27th 04, 12:32 AM
C J Campbell
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"RobertR237" wrote in message
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The why it is celebrated in December is not important, and "WE ALL" are

not
celebrating the winter equinox. Speak only for yourself.

MERRY CHRISTMAS


Exactly. If I want to celebrate the birth of Christ, it matters little to me
what other people are celebrating, though I might appreciate an invitation.
:-)


 




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