Playlist: Tammuz (topic)

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Easter 2017

Commentary by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

The Easter ham may trace back to a legend involving Tammuz, where it was proclaimed by Ishtar that a pig should be eaten on the anniversary of Tammuz' death, as he was slain by a boar. This tradition reflects a form of retribution against pigs through their consumption during the celebration.


The Origin of the Christian Cross

Commentary by Martin G. Collins

History reveals that the cross, a symbol deeply associated with mainstream Christianity, has origins in pagan antiquity. Historians note that it was linked to the false savior Tammuz, the illegitimate son of the goddess mother Semiramis from the 23rd century BC. The original form of the cross is believed to have derived from the …


Christmas and Sun Worship

Sermonette by Mike Ford

Christmas, Easter, and Halloween all derive from sex, fertility, and sun worship. Christmas traces to the incestuous relationship of Semiramis and Nimrod.


Something Fishy

Sermonette by Mike Ford

Catholics eat fish on Friday as a form of penance, commemorating Christ's supposed death on 'Good' Friday. During pagan Lent, eating fish on Friday is mandatory.


Satan's Pagan Holy Days

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Kim Myers

New Years, Christmas, Easter, Halloween and birthdays all originate in paganism. Satan entices many into accepting these pagan practices through emotional appeals.


Passover (Part Seven)

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

Major reinterpretations have significantly distorted the meaning of Passover and Unleavened Bread, blurring the distinction between the two events.


The Spirit of Babylon

Sermonette by David C. Grabbe

The Spirit of Babylon is couched in brazen outlook of the goddess Inanna/Ishtar, the femme fatale who asserted her free will to overcome the influence of Eden.


Many Are Called, But Few Are Chosen (Part Two)

Sermon by Martin G. Collins

Despite the Council of Laodicea's condemnation of the Sabbath, a group of believers termed Paulicians kept God's laws and resisted the heresy from Rome.


Abraham (Part One)

Sermon/Bible Study by John W. Ritenbaugh

Abraham came from a civilization in Mesopotamia that was highly advanced in science, including calculus and chemistry, and having indoor running water.