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Where Is The Holy Grail?

Where Is The Holy Grail?

The Holy Grail depicted on a stained glass window at Quimper Cathedral
The “Holy Grail” is a legendary sacred object that is most often identified with the “cup” that Jesus used in his inauguration of the Last Supper the night before his death (Luke 22:17-20).

Legendary Development

One legend claims that this same cup that Jesus used at the Last Supper was used by Joseph of Arimathea to catch Christ’s blood as it tricked down his execution stake. The term “Holy Grail” first appeared as a mystical item in late 12th century romances by the French poet Chrétien de Troyes. Many commentators agree that the legend of the “Holy Grail” is likely drawn from older Celtic myths about magical, life-restoring cauldrons and vessels of abundance. In some legends, the “Holy Grail” chalice has miraculous powers to heal the sick, feed the poor, and/or grant spiritual and/or physical regeneration.

Several European locations claim to house the “authentic” artifact of the “Holy Grail”, most notably the Valencia Cathedral in Spain, which showcases and venerates the “Chalice of Valencia”.

In Pop culture, “bloodline conspiracies” about the “Holy Grail” were popularized in The Da Vinci Code, and there have also been complicated fictionalized stories about searches for the “Holy Grail”, as popularized in Indiana Jones and Monty Python. read more

Idolatry – Christians Warned in the Bible

Idolatry – Christians Warned in the Bible

The huge ancient city of Corinth was full of idols and idol temples. There was much readily available there to entice and tempt people into various forms of idolatry. The apostle Paul warned Christians:) He didn’t just say to “avoid” idolatry – he said to run from it! “Therefore, my dear friends, flee from idolatry.” (1 Corinthians 10:14 NIV)

ancient and modern idolatry
The Bible warns Christians to flee from idolatry

In most places in the western world today, idolatry does not seem so apparent or visible. Nevertheless, the warning is just as important. In the Old Testament (OT) Israel was warned to keep the laws of the Old Covenant, or they would lose God’s favor. The first two of the ten commandments involve having no other gods but Yahweh alone, and not honoring any idol or image. (Exodus 20:2-5) Israel broke this covenant because “they worshipped other gods” and “they worshipped idols.” (2 Kings 17:7, 12 NIV) This idolatry led to numerous other gross sins against Yahweh. The result was that the covenant was finally terminated by God. read more

Should Christians Honor Nationalistic Music and Anthems?

Should Christians Honor Nationalistic Music and Anthems?

Much is made in the United States about the Second Amendment to the Constitution. Many Christians know this is about firearms or guns. But how many Christians know what the first and second of the Ten Commandments are about? Further, how many Christians know how the principles embodied in the first and second commandments are applied in the New Testament for Christians in daily matters, such as whether or not nationalistic music is something that should be honored by Christians? Let’s consider these important Bible principles now. read more

Is Nationalism Idolatry?

Is Nationalism Idolatry?

Nationalism can be defined as loyalty and devotion to a nation, according to the Merriam-Webster dictionary. Nationalism often involves exalting one’s own nation above all others, and placing primary emphasis on promotion of its culture and interests as opposed to those of other nations. There is nothing wrong with loving the area in which one lives. Respecting and obeying the laws of the land is required by Almighty God himself (Romans 13:1-7). But is nationalism for Christians? When we examine the Bible carefully, do we find that nationalism could be considered idolatry? read more

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