The History of Thanksgiving and its Celebrations
By Online Security Authority on Nov 23, 2006 in Online Security Authority
Throughout history mankind has celebrated the bountiful harvest with thanksgiving ceremonies.
Before the establishment of formal religions many ancient farmers believed that their crops contained spirits which caused the crops to grow and die. Many believed that these spirits would be released when the crops were harvested and they had to be destroyed or they would take revenge on the farmers who harvested them. Some of the harvest festivals celebrated the defeat of these spirits. Read more.
We here at OSA wish you and your family a happy holidays, be safe and spend wisely.
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Bill Wardell
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