A Reader asks: The cross that Jesus was crucified on, was it made from the Dogwood tree? Also, the wreath of thorns that Jesus wore, what was it made from? And could you please direct me as to where it is located if anyplace in the Bible. [This article continues after a message from the […]
Easter Questions
Good Friday
What is Good Friday? Was it really on Friday? Can we pinpoint a day and year? Why do we celebrate the birth of Christ? Because of his death and resurrection. Without the death and resurrection, the birth is meaningless. [This article continues after a message from the authors] These Articles are Written by the Publishers […]
What Are The Names of the Thieves Crucified With Christ?
📖 In This Article Introduction What the Four Gospels Say The Names: Dismas & Gestas Name Meanings at a Glance Were They Really Thieves? Dismas — The Good Thief Gestas — The Impenitent Thief Names in Other Traditions Saint Dismas in Church History The Apocryphal Legend Timeline Graphic Frequently Asked Questions References & Further Reading […]
Why Wave Palm Leaves?
Question sent in by Janie. Palm Sunday the people greeted Jesus back from the desert waving palm leaves. WHY? Why Wave Palm Leaves There are a couple of explanations. One is that it was common practice in the ancient world to welcome home a king or war hero by laying out a path of branches […]
Why Does The Date for Easter Change Every Year?
Why does Easter always fall on different days, and sometimes different months, when Christmas is ALWAYS 12/25, and Mother’s day and Father’s days are ALWAYS in May and June, and Thanksgiving and Halloween always in Nov, and Oct? Bible Question from a reader. [This article continues after a message from the authors] These Articles are […]