I guess it seems like hypocricy to me. How can we paganize something thats already considered to be pagen. The Biblical accounts point to the autumn of the year as the most likely time of Jesus' birth, based on details of the conception and the birth of John the Baptist. Since Elizabeth ( Johns Mother) was in her sixth month of pregnancy when Jesus was Conceived ( Luke 1:24-36) we can determine the approximate time of the year Jesus was born. After Zacharias learned that he and his wife, Elizabeth, would have a Child ( Luke 1:8-13). After he completed his service and traveled home elizabeth conceived verses 23-24. now assuming Johns conception took place near the end of June, adding nine months brings us to the end of March as the most likely time for Johns birth. Adding another six months( the difference in ages between John and Jesus) brings us to the end of September as the likely time of Jesus' birth.
2006-12-11 06:34:20 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
RIGHT YOU ARE!!!!!--"THE MASS OF CHRIST"--"christmas",is PAGAN through and through! The Ancient Romans would feel right at home...They called it SATURNALIA in honor of SATURN,of course...SEE JEREMIAH Chapter 10:1--5 to see what GOD thinks of it--IF you really care to know--HAPPY HOLIDAY!
2006-12-11 06:39:37 · answer #1 · answered by snoopyyoukingcaptain 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Uh sorry, you're argument is based on an assumption, and a pretty fundamental one at that: "now assuming Johns conception took place near the end of June". No where is there any indication of the time of year of John's conception nor have you presented any proof.
Does it matter what time of year, or that a "pagan" holiday was repurposed? Nope, not in the least. Why not stop dealing with things that dont matter like "When" or "how many angels can dance on the head of a pin" and go out and be kind to people in your neighborhood? Why not go out and meet several families that have different beleifs and really get to know them (dont try to convert them, just get to know them as people).
2006-12-11 14:45:25 · answer #2 · answered by Pirate AM™ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Since we don't , in fact know the exact time of Christ's birth, we choose to celebrate His birth in December. It's not about when, it's about why. You so called non-believers are celebrating His birth without admitting it. You can take Christ out of Christmas and call it the holiday season if you like. We all know what it is. The exchange of gifts is a celebration of the 3 Kings' traveling miles and miles to bring gifts to the Christ Child, the KING of KINGS . When you give gifts this "holiday season", keep that in mind. God bless you all.
2006-12-11 14:49:05 · answer #3 · answered by Jeanne G 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think if God wanted us to remember the birth of Jesus the bible would have told us to do it. The Bible can be extremely detailed, so I assume God sees no need for us to remember Christ's birth. Therefore it is just a human concept, and I say just let people have their christmas and enjoy it. If you don't want to get involved than don't. You can speculate on when youthink Christ was born, but it is just that, speculation.
2006-12-11 14:41:30 · answer #4 · answered by oldguy63 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No actual "day" of significance in the mortal life of Jesus is known for sure... it is intended that way so that no "day" would be given over to what could be concidered, or turn into, what would be as the pagans do.... Those of The True Christian faith have "days" that are set aside for special rememberance... but worship is to be every day.... this is also why there are no physical artifacts such as pieces of the Cross and such... there is to be nothing that could be as an "idol" for Christian Worship except God Himself . No Day, No Thing..... There is only God in The heart of those of The True Christian Faith.
2006-12-11 14:41:15 · answer #5 · answered by idahomike2 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That`s a fair comment but why get caught up in exactitudes when Jesus sanctified every day of the year and I am certain that He does not mind that the Church chose this particular day to celebrate His day of birth, besides if it was moved to march would this cause more people to observe it? I doubt it.
2006-12-11 14:39:39 · answer #6 · answered by Sentinel 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
all this has been known for some time and nothing has been added or deleted to change these findings. most Christians either ignore or go along with the traditional Christmas Celebration time in any event.
2006-12-11 14:45:22 · answer #7 · answered by Marvin R 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
So what? The church has NEVER claimed that December 25 was Christ's actual birthday.
2006-12-11 14:38:27 · answer #8 · answered by Knowledge 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
and your point is?
New Testament was written by committee about 135 years after JC death, assuming he existed.
There are lots to suggest JC was gay in the testaments.
History Channel says January and we all know we can believe the History Channel and not the Bible.....do you see my point ?
2006-12-11 14:46:25 · answer #9 · answered by darkstone 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sweety...speaking for me the Christian, I do not care. Many non-Christians celebrate Christmas and Easter...it just is not important.
GBU
2006-12-11 14:36:36 · answer #10 · answered by Dust in the Wind 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋