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  2. Zealots - Wikipedia

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    Judah of Gaulanitis is regarded as the founder of the Zealots, who are identified as the proponents of the Fourth Philosophy. In the original sources, however, no such identification is anywhere clearly made, and the question is hardly raised of the relationship between the Sicarii, the upholders of the Fourth Philosophy, and the Zealots.

  3. Zealots of Thessalonica - Wikipedia

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    The Zealots (Greek: Ζηλωταί) were a political group that dominated political developments in Thessalonica from 1342 until 1350. The contemporary sources, notably anti-Zealot in sympathies, provide little information on the Zealots' government of Thessalonica. The Zealots managed to establish effective civic self-government for eight years.

  4. Simon the Zealot - Wikipedia

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    John P. Meier argues that the term "Zealot" is a mistranslation and in the context of the Gospels means "zealous" or "religious" (in this case, for keeping the Law of Moses), as the Zealot movement apparently did not exist until 30 to 40 years after the events of the Gospels. [8] However, neither Brandon [9] nor Hengel [10] support this view.

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    Honor the True Meaning of Christmas With These Religious Quotes. Josiah Soto. December 11, 2024 at 4:12 PM. ... "The story of Christmas is the story of God's relentless love for us."

  6. 25 Fun Facts You Didn't Know About Christmas - AOL

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    The most recorded Christmas song is "Silent Night." Out of all the Christmas classics on your playlist, you might be wondering which of them is the most popular of all. The answer is "Silent Night ...

  7. The history and meaning behind traditional Christmas colors

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    Christmas is about the birth of Jesus, and white aligns with God’s promise of life everlasting and the purity, hope and goodness that Jesus’ life and death represent,” Sawaya says.

  8. Historical background of the New Testament - Wikipedia

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    The Zealots were a revolutionary party opposed to Roman rule, one of those parties that, according to Josephus inspired the fanatical stand in Jerusalem that led to its destruction in the year 70 CE. [9] Luke identifies Simon, a disciple, as a "zealot", which might mean a member of the Zealot party or a zealous person. [9]

  9. 10 old-school Christmas traditions that are no longer practiced

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    The idea of Christmas celebrations didn't take until the mid-1800s and the first Christmas card was commissioned only in 1843. As exchanging cards grew more popular, Victorians sought designs to ...