The following is a list of quotes from writings and writers, ancient and modern, religious and secular, attesting to the Pagan origins and nature of celebrating one’s supposed day of birth. Of course many contemporary, secularized people will object and say that “birthdays” no longer have any religious significance(despite the fact that all the ancient pagan rituals are maintained and preserved in the modern celebrations). However if you profess to be a Muslim, a Jew, or a Christian, you should not be doing this; Especially after you become aware that the word “secular” has the same definition as `irjaa(separating beliefs from actions, i.e. separating public actions from privately held beliefs(religion)). Yet “religion” is, from the Latin “religare”, “that which binds”, thus making Secular Humanism a religion in its own right. Say: O Kafirun! (disbelievers), I do not worship what you worship, and you do not worship what I worship. Nor will I worship what you worship, nor will you worship what I worship. You have your religion and I have my religion.´ —[Qur'an: Surah al-Kafirun: 109:1-6]

The Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s and ’70s was an explosive time in American history, and it inspired explosive literature. From Malcolm X to Martin Luther King, Jr., browse some of the most collectible books from and about that era. Collecting Vintage Valentine’s Day Cards We hear about Harry’s birthday frequently, often at the start of each book to anchor us in terms of where we are in time. His date of birth also, of course, plays a role in the prophecy that cause Voldemort to mark Harry with his lightning scar.We also learn the birthdates of some of the more obscure characters as they are mentioned in things such as Daily Prophet articles or Harry and Hermione’s research into the Horcruxes. We don’t know Dumbledore’s specific birthdate, but little clues suggest that his birthday was in late August. These picturesque villages may seem like they’ve been snatched from the very books of a fairytale, but they’re actually much closer to London than you might think. Less than two hours away, you can have a leisurely bday lie in and still get there in time for a celebratory lunch! Now you can’t argue with that one… 💫 Immersive Experiences But should we be following the example of the Romans who mixed practices of Mithraism into their religion or of those who first accepted Christ?, “-[Should Christians Celebrate Birthdays?: Do Birthdays Have Pagan Origins?, Bob Theil]

Hagrid’s birthday is on 6th of December and is one of the events featured on Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery, when Dumbledore plans a surprise party for Hagrid for his 56 th birthday. We know that Neville shares a birthday with Harry, 30 July because as Harry learns more about the prophecy, he is told that it could have been about either him or Neville, but that Lord Voldemort decided that it was about Harry. But some have felt, basically by seeing certain alleged manger scenes, that the Magi/wise men came from the East and gave Jesus presents on the day of His birth,” -[Should Christians Celebrate Birthdays?: Do Birthdays Have Pagan Origins?, Bob Theil]. It is thought that the large-scale celebration of birthdays in Europe began with the cult of Mithras, which originated in Persia but was spread by soldiers throughout the Roman Empire. Before this, such celebrations were not common; and, hence, practices from other contexts such as the Saturnalia were adapted for birthdays. Because many Roman soldiers took to Mithraism, it had a wide distribution and influence throughout the empire until it was supplanted by Christianity.” The year of birth for Lily and James Potter is revealed in tragic circumstances when Harry and Hermione visit their grave at Godric’s Hollow in The Deathly Hallows.Lord Voldemort is born on new year’s eve. We learn the birthday of Tom Riddle when Dumbledore shares his research into him with Harry. Allah’s Apostle, may Allah’s peace and blessings be on him said: ‘There is none amongst you with whom is not an attache from amongst the jinn (devil). They (the Companions) said: Allah’s Apostle May Allah’s peace and blessings be on him with you too? Thereupon he said: Yes, but Allah helps me against him and so I am safe from his hand and he does not command me but for good’”, –[Sahih Muslim 6757, similar narration 6759 by 'Aisha, radyAllahu anha]. Christmas is also relevant because December 25th was the day of celebration of the birthday of the sun-god Mithra. Perhaps it should also be mentioned that one of the key features of Mithraism was Sunday observance. The reason that this seems to be relevant is that the Roman Emperor Constantine, the first Roman Emperor to make a profession of Christ, was also the first Emperor to make Sunday laws–which he began to do on March 7, 321. Also, a few years later, the Council of Nicea that Constantine convened in 325 A.D. declared Sunday to be the “Christian day” of worship (for more information, please see the article Europa and the Book of Revelation).” You changed the Passover to Constantine’s birthday” -(Epiphanius. The Panarion of Epiphanius of Salamis, Books II and III (Sects 47-80), De Fide). Section VI, Verse 9,4. Translated by Frank Williams. EJ Brill, New York, 1994, pp. 410-411).

He accidentally finds a box of Chocolate Cauldrons, and eats some assuming they are for him, but these were in fact a present to Harry from Romilda Vane and spiked with love potion.

For both the talented and the utterly useless, here are a load of amazing activities to try. See if you can master a skill on your special day! 18. Create a masterpiece – or try Do you want to uncover your partner’s secret desires and fantasies? Enhance your health, rev up your career, improve your mind? Develop a more intimate knowledge of your own personality . . . and a deeper understanding of those you love? Your character isn’t influenced just by your sun sign. It is shaped by the natural rhythms at work on the precise day you were born. The Book of Birthdays, written by acclaimed British astrologer Russell Grant, shows you how to use this exciting astrological breakthrough to achieve a more dynamic understanding of yourself, your mate, and your world. Are you a bright, energetic spring baby? A vividly colorful child of the fall? Were you born in the heat of summer or the waning light of winter? Unlike any other astrology book, The Book of Birthdays reveals how the season of your birth affects the huge collective of characteristics that makes you unique. Also learn: Access-restricted-item true Addeddate 2019-11-19 08:50:12 Associated-names DarConte, Lorraine A; Hobbing, Diane Boxid IA1698519 Camera Sony Alpha-A6300 (Control) Collection_set printdisabled External-identifier