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Article by Martin G. CollinsSemiramis, also known as Ishtar and Isis, played a significant role in the deceptive origins of Christmas. As the mother and wife of Nimrod, she promoted the belief that he was a god after his death. She claimed to have seen a full-grown evergreen tree spring from a dead stump, symbolizing new life for Nimrod, and declared that on the anniversary of his birth at the winter solstice, he would visit the tree and leave gifts under it. Later, Semiramis bore a son, Horus, asserting that Nimrod's spirit had visited her, leaving her pregnant, and that Horus was Nimrod reincarnated. This led to the formation of a perverted trinity, with Semiramis and Horus worshipped as Madonna and child, a concept that spread under various names across different cultures and languages.
Easter 2017
Commentary by Richard T. RitenbaughThe name Easter may have origins in the Middle Eastern goddess known by various names such as Ishtar, Ashura, Astarte, Isis, Aphrodite, and Venus. This goddess is thought to have been modeled after the wife of Nimrod, who is mentioned in Genesis 10. The Greeks named this wife of Nimrod Semiramis. Semiramis, along with her counterparts like Ishtar and Isis, was considered a goddess of fertility, embodying aspects of love, sex, and power, and even war, due to the conflicts often caused by love and sex.
Christmas and Sun Worship
Sermonette by Mike FordSemiramis, as part of the ancient pagan traditions, is linked to the worship of false gods that provoked God's jealousy. She is associated with the idolatrous practices that mirror the abominations seen in visions of future times, where sun worship and other lewd rituals were prevalent. Her influence is seen as a seductive lure, drawing people into harlotry and temple prostitution, much like the Israelites were seduced by the women of Moab. This connection to Semiramis underscores the deep-rooted pagan elements that have persisted, challenging the purity of worship and inciting God's command to reject such idolatry with severe consequences.
Do We Want to Catch 'Olympic Fever'?
Article by StaffAre the Olympics the pure sporting events they are purported to be? This article shows that the Olympic Games have their roots in pagan religion!
Be My Valentine?
Article by Mike FordFebruary 14, Valentine's Day, may seem harmless until the truth of its origins comes to light. Here is what lies behind this licentious, pagan day.
The Cross: Christian Banner or Pagan Relic?
Article by Earl L. HennIs it alright to wear a crucifix? As it turns out, the cross was a pagan worship symbol long before Christ's death, and was never used by the first century church.
One Defiant Voice!
Commentary by Martin G. CollinsThe architects of the Louise Weiss European Parliament Building in Strasbourg, France, designed it to be a 21st Century version of the Tower of Babel.
America's Goddess (Part One)
Commentary by Martin G. CollinsThe Statue of Liberty was a gift from Freemasonry luminaries. It is the image of a pagan goddess in the mold of Ishtar, Isis, Athena, Minerva, and Semiramis.
The Plain Truth About Christmas
Herbert W. Armstrong BookletDid Christmas come from the Bible or paganism? Here are the origins of the Christmas tree, Santa Claus, mistletoe, the holly wreath, and exchanging gifts.
The Origin of the Christian Cross
Commentary by Martin G. CollinsThe symbol of the cross flourished centuries before Christ came on the scene, serving as an initial for Tammuz. God's true church has never used the cross.
Satan's Pagan Holy Days
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Kim MyersNew Years, Christmas, Easter, Halloween and birthdays all originate in paganism. Satan entices many into accepting these pagan practices through emotional appeals.
America's Goddess (Part Two)
Commentary by Martin G. CollinsPresident Grover Cleveland called the Statue of Liberty the United States' "peaceful deity—greater than all gods." Wiccans pray to her as a nature goddess.
Is Mary Worthy of Worship?
Article by David C. GrabbeThe Catholic Church places great importance on Mary, to the point that many Catholics are pushing for Mary to be recognized as 'Co-Redemptrix!
The Plain Truth About Easter
Herbert W. Armstrong BookletEaster is not a Christian name, but belongs to the idolatrous 'queen of heaven.' Here are the origins of Easter eggs and sunrise services, which pre-date Christ.
What's So Bad About Valentines Day?
Sermonette by Richard T. RitenbaughValentine's Day dates back to the Roman fertility ritual honoring Lupercus, the god of the hunt and fertility. The day is not about love, but lust.
Passover (Part Seven)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughMajor reinterpretations have significantly distorted the meaning of Passover and Unleavened Bread, blurring the distinction between the two events.
To Be, or Not To Be, Like Everyone Else?
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsTo keep from being swept up in the bandwagon effect of compromising with sin, we must make sure our convictions are not merely preferences.