Is Thanksgiving OK To Observe?

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 Is Thanksgiving OK To Be Observed & Is It Biblical?

Partial Article From "World To Come":

In examining the origins of popular holidays, some may wonder if "Thanksgiving Day" is a biblical holiday, or whether it is rooted in paganism, as some have claimed. Though not specifically mentioned in the Bible, "Thanksgiving" is different from most other national holidays. In fact, many nations celebrate their own unique harvest festivals. Deceived by Satan (Rev. 12:9), the world at large is cut off from the true God. Therefore, it should not be surprising that even such harvest festivals occasionally become tainted with the worship of heathen deities. Although such ancient festivals were usually influenced by paganism, history shows "Thanksgiving Day" as practiced in North America was unique. The originators of this day focused upon giving thanks for an abundant harvest, sorely needed for survival. Being centered on giving thanks to the "Creator" is a major distinction in origin that separates "Thanksgiving Day" from holidays tainted with pagan origins, such as Easter, Valentine’s Day, Christmas or Halloween. But does God allow Christians to participate in holidays even if they are not associated with paganism? To find the answer, we must examine [God’s Word—the Holy Bible]. God has allowed the recording of certain scriptural accounts so that those who diligently search it can find the answers to their questions. John 10:22 records Jesus Christ being present at a Jewish celebration called the “Feast of Dedication.” This day was a yearly anniversary of the purification of the Temple at Jerusalem (in about 165 BC) after it was desecrated by Antiochus Epiphanes. This was not a day of riotous parties or celebrations. It was a national holiday commemorating a respectable and solemn event. This account clearly shows that [Christ Himself] was with the Jews as they gave thanks to God on this special day.

In the book of Esther, we read that through the inspiration of God, Mordecai and Esther established the “Feast of Purim.” This day was a yearly commemoration of the Jews overcoming persecution from Haman, the prime minister of King Ahasuerus.

Notice Mordecai’s and Esther’s proclamation, confirming the keeping of this day: “And that these days should be remembered and kept throughout every generation, every family, every province, and every city; and that these days of Purim should not fail from among the Jews, nor the memorial of them perish from their seed. Then Esther the queen, the daughter of Abihail, and Mordecai the Jew, wrote with all authority, to confirm this second letter of Purim” (9:28-29).

These days were not to be observed with the same degree of honor and reverence as [God’s Holy Days], which represent specific parts of His Master Plan of salvation. Rather, these celebrations were simply for remembering important national events. The examples of Christ, Mordecai and Esther show that God permits that customs commemorating honorable moments in national history be kept—but only if they are kept in control, done in a proper manner and kept free of any pagan influence!

Note: Next Post - "TTOY" will share with you concerning "Chanukkah/Hanukkah". Until then - ~ "SPREAD SOME SHALOM"~.

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