A History Of Thanks
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A History of Giving Thanks
Overview
As you relax in your recliner, watching a football game and enjoying a feast of turkey, vegetables, bread, and pie, you might think, "Thanksgiving is one of the best holidays ever." But have you ever wondered who came up with this idea? While we often consider Thanksgiving a uniquely American holiday, similar harvest festivals have been celebrated across the ancient world.
Greek Gratitude
The ancient Greeks attributed their agricultural bounty to the blessings of their gods and goddesses. Each year, they honored Demeter, the goddess of fertility, with the Thesmophoria festival. This three-day event encouraged married women to construct and decorate huts with grain and fruit, expressing gratitude for their abundance. The second day involved fasting and reflecting on life without such gifts, while the festival concluded with a communal feast seeking Demeter’s continued blessings for future harvests and fertility.
Hebrew Traditions
Sukkot, known as the Festival of Tabernacles, is an ancient Hebrew tradition still celebrated today. This eight-day fall festival involves giving thanks and tithes from the harvest. Participants build booths, reminiscent of those used by Moses and the Israelites during their desert journey. These temporary shelters are filled with fruits, vegetables, and pomegranates, a symbol of holiness in Israel. Families gather under the stars in these booths, honoring their ancestors’ journey and reflecting on their own life paths.
Roman Celebrations
In ancient Rome, numerous festivals celebrated a variety of gods. Every October, Romans celebrated Cerelia, a festival dedicated to Ceres, the goddess of corn. Interestingly, her name is the root of the word "cereal." This vibrant festival featured parades and music, where people offered grain and fruit at Ceres’ temple. These offerings were made joyfully, signifying gratitude for past harvests and hope for future ones. In return, the expectation was that Ceres would reward their thankfulness with a bountiful harvest the following year.
Conclusion
While Thanksgiving, affectionately known as "turkey day," is distinctly American, the tradition of sharing food and giving thanks stretches back through history across many cultures. This shared human experience reminds us that gratitude for abundance is timeless and universal.
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