283 Asherah and the Christmas Tree
Dec 12, 2012•1 hr 17 min
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Episode description
Why do people bring an evergreen tree into their home during the month of December? Was it just an idea that popped into someones head in 20th century America? Listen to learn about an ancient Canaanite fertility goddess named Asherah, and what she has in common with Christmas today.
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