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A nativity scene without Jews, Arabs, Africans or refugees. (Original Post)
ehrnst
Dec 2016
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marybourg
(12,617 posts)1. A pastoral scene. I like it. nt.
MosheFeingold
(3,051 posts)2. Technically
The alleged "wise men" were purported to be Persians, probably Zoroastrians, which are not Arabs.
Or so I understand. Obviously not an expert.
NightWatcher
(39,343 posts)3. I like the basics
FarCenter
(19,429 posts)4. Arabs? Well possibly the shepherds were Bedouins?
Refugees? The fact that Joseph didn't make reservations for a room at an inn doesn't make him and Mary refugees.
Deuxcents
(16,176 posts)5. Nativity scene
First time posting. This touched me enough to sign up and get involved. I wish I could send this to many of my progressive friends. I will send them this site
pinboy3niner
(53,339 posts)6. Welcome to DU, Deuxcents!
Maru Kitteh
(28,339 posts)8. Welcome to DU Deuxcents! I like your name :-)
Brother Buzz
(36,415 posts)7. I believe they get tossed on the dung heap