Even though you may celebrate a holiday like Christmas, Independence Day in America or the traditional Mardi Gras festivities, how much do you know about the history behind the special days you are observing and the celebrations in which you are participating? A Christian’s View of Holidays looks beyond the traditional celebration of holidays and explores the spiritual and cultural roots of the practices that many people hold dear. This isn’t just another book about the list of holidays in the year. Instead it is an in-depth examination of the practices and history of the holidays covered. Through commentary and history, this book offers insight into the spiritual significance of participating in holidays including All Saint’s Day, Halloween, All Soul’s Day and the origins of Mardi Gras. This book will give you a thoughtful examination of popular holidays that everyone has heard of, as well as introducing you to some holidays and special days of observance you may never have heard of before. This book will give you the reader a new perspective on the holidays discussed and provide a solid understanding of the history behind them. This is a perfect book for history lovers and people who enjoy learning about their favorite holidays.
