I am of Pagan beliefs, so I would like Christians to explain something to me. In the bible in Luke 1:26 it is said that Mary concieved Jesus miraculously in the sixth month (being June), why then is Jesus's birthday (Christmas) celebrated on December 25th when it is obvious he would have born in March of the following year? Was he miraculously born premature?!? It is painfully obvious that Christianity for the last 1500-2000 years has based so much from the original beliefs of Pagans,prior to the onslaught of violence and domination that King James and others brought upon those who chose not to adapt to the Christain faith.
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Frankly my point is this....there were many,many pre-existing days of celebration,births,deaths,etc in the Pagan belief system long,LONG before Christianity came about. There are far too many thoughts in the bible founded from previously held beliefs of "religions" that pre-date Christianity...
2006-12-11 04:44:39 · 15 answers · asked by watershed_22 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Holidays ➔ Other - Holidays
I don't really think it matters what date we celebrate the birth on. I believe they only picked this date because it was a pagan holiday, and because if we celebrated it so close to Easter it would reduce the significance of both.
2006-12-11 04:46:07 · answer #1 · answered by i hate hippies but love my Jesus 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Yep, you are correct in your overall conclusion that Christianity, and I'm sure most organized religions, 'borrowed' from existing older traditions in building the foundations its myth and ceremony is built upon. I'm not sure what you want to prove or say with this information, but many scholars have concluded that there are commonalities within many faiths, and that often we overlook these to find how 'right' our faith is, and how 'wrong' the others are.
Personally, I find all this just more of the same 'us against them' mentality that has gotten us into the mess we are in. So I prefer to look beyond the religious strictures and focus on what I believe is the beauty of the Christmas tradition, that on a cold, dark night of the human soul, a child is born in the humblest of circumstances, and through its life, learning and teaching, this spiritual master brought great wisdom and hope to those who heard and understood his teachings.
What has been done to and with that information, is a much less inspiring story...but there you have it, often the greatest gifts can be used and abused for our misguided efforts.
2006-12-11 05:04:47 · answer #2 · answered by PacificArts72 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The true meaning of Christmas is to celebrate the birth of Christ. To remember what he gave up for each and everyone of us and that is including you. Why do you think that they call it faith? Because that is what we should have. Does it really matter the exact day time or even yr. This miracle happened on the day Christ was born. He lived a life that was meek, and yes even at times with hate and violence. But he is son of God and he went out among the people to teach them. He gave up his worldly body and life so that each and everyone of us could have the choice to live and believe the way we want. Don't be so angry at the ones who choose to believe in god and the meanings of Christmas. That is free will.
2006-12-11 05:00:03 · answer #3 · answered by iceprincess 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The ancient Egypt main god was Amen-Ra, the Sun God. Hmmm....Amen-ra....amen.....now isn't that what people today say to God?. Sun God...Son of God....hmmm again.
Christmas celebrated at the winter solstice...when the sun stops moving for 3 days and then starts to move again. Jesus is dead for 3 days and then arises. Hmm.....sure sounds the same.
The 7 days of giving gifts to Amen-Ra. 7 days....where have I seen 7 days before....oh yeah....the menorah. Hmmmm
The cross with a circle around the center....hmmm....could that circle be....Amen-Ra...the Sun God?
I use to believe the propaganda the Christians fed until I sat back and did my own reading, comparing the Bible, Koran, ancient Egypt, Mayan, etc etc.
All religions are nothing more than rewording of events and stories from over time. Some are actually star charts as well of the earth moving through the solar system.
Plus its alittle hard to believe a book that doesn't even list my ancient people in it (Cherokee Indian). Did we just POOF appear one day? I don't think so. We were here long before all the stories of the Bible, Koran, etc were even written.
Do I believe in all the Gods that man has created? no.
Do I believe in a God? Yes. Someone had to make something from nothing....aka the Big Bang Theory.
2006-12-11 04:58:34 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Eh,Mostly Because December Is SO Much Cooler Than March Or Because He Was To Be The King Of The World,So He Had To Be Different,As In Born Prematurely,After All.He Had The Ultimate Power..
2006-12-11 04:50:46 · answer #5 · answered by Fair & balanced like Fox™ 3 · 1⤊ 3⤋
It is believed that Christmas was originally celebrated in Dec. to enable the early Christians to hide it from the Romans in order to escape persecution. The Romans celebrated the Saturnalia at that time.
And yes many Christian thoughts are found in other religions and visa versa, so? All much ado about nothing. And no I'm not Christian. I just know how to go about finding answers to questions without basing them on my own assumptions.
2006-12-11 04:57:16 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
The real meaning of Christmas (The birth of lord Jesus) has been lost,It is now about spending lots of cash and getting the biggest presents
2006-12-11 04:47:40 · answer #7 · answered by Bella 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Well Mr. Watershed ....you make a valid point, although permit me to touch-up your presentation.
"The 6th month" would be June if the Jews followed the Julian calendar.
They don't ....never have.
For them, the 6th month corresponds with the beginning of our October.
Yes, millions calling themselves 'christian' actually are in over their head practicing non-christian rites.
This, of course, proves their christian-ness to be but a veneer, a facade.
They constitute Christendom, but please don't confuse that odorous pile with Christianity.
2006-12-11 04:52:01 · answer #8 · answered by Uncle Thesis 7 · 1⤊ 3⤋
Sometimes, but if we try not to think about it, we're not bothered by the minarets which dot the horizon. Then again, weasels writhed my fleesh and I hab to gep a gub.
2006-12-11 04:49:59 · answer #9 · answered by mr.threethirtyfive 4 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Why do you care? I'm not gonna argue with you. Get a life:)~
2006-12-14 15:32:31 · answer #10 · answered by cherokeemaydyn 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋