Thanksgiving is a holiday that is widely celebrated in the United States and Canada, but its roots can be traced back to ancient pagan festivals. Many people argue that Thanksgiving has pagan origins and should be considered a pagan holiday. On the other hand, there are those who believe that Thanksgiving has evolved into a secular celebration and no longer carries any religious or pagan connotations. The main argument for Thanksgiving being seen as a pagan holiday is its association with harvest festivals. In ancient times, people would hold harvest festivals to give thanks for a successful harvest and to honor the fertility gods. The modern-day Thanksgiving celebration also revolves around giving thanks for the abundance of food and blessings in one's life.
Magician, Entrepreneur, Author: This Young Talent Is a Heady Cocktail As an award-winning magician, magic coach, bestselling author and entrepreneur, Oscar Owen has forged an exciting career from his lifelong passion
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Oscar OwenOscar Owen does not work for even a single day. Reason? He loves what he does and so it is not a job for him, rather he is living his passion. And Owen is delighted to say that. Moreover, while usually entrepreneurs take up mundane careers—repetitive and monotonous—this cannot be said about this young creative.
Owen has forged an exciting career from his lifelong passion for magic. He is an award-winning magician, magic coach, bestselling author and entrepreneur, and is now passing on his skills and knowledge to others who aspire to learn the magical arts with his unusual and inspirational business that is already proving to be an incredible success.
Who Is Oscar Owen?
As a talented expert in close-up magic, Owen has been described by The Mail Online as being one of the decade's 'most influential magicians'.
Over the past few years, his amazing career has taken him across the globe to astound celebrities and large audiences alike at the biggest festivals and high-end red-carpet events, but while he still loves nothing more than performing his mind-blowing tricks to open-mouthed audiences, Owen is now exploring a new passion—to bring magic into the 21 st century and to teach the next generation of aspiring magicians his impressive skills—something that he is now bringing to fruition through his bestselling book and online teaching program.
Building a Social Media Audience Of 1 Million Followers
Although Owen has loved magic his whole life and has been performing tricks to audiences for more than a decade, he only began teaching his skills to others in 2016 when he started up his own YouTube channel. In the intervening years, he has amassed millions of viewers and countless subscribers from more than 180 different countries worldwide.
His YouTube tutorials, which are aimed at novice and intermediate magicians, have, to date, been watched over 100 million times. Keen to tap into the latest technology and reach more young people with an interest in learning magic, he launched his own account and began posting even more tutorials on the TikTok video platform that has proved to be such a hit with teenagers and young adults.
This channel has now grown to more than 200,000 followers and has achieved millions of views. However, his social media accounts are just part of his streamlined strategy to teach the magical arts to his followers. Owen released "Card Magic Pro", his premium online magic course, in 2020, and it has rapidly become the biggest and most popular course of its type on the internet today, with more than 10,000 members.
Creating the Ultimate Card Magic Course
The concept behind "Card Magic Pro" is a simple yet appealing one; to provide a concise and clear course of magic tuition that eliminates all the fluff associated with free YouTube videos that can help aspiring magicians hone their skills and go from novice to pro within just five modules.
This premium course has been a true labor of love for the young magician, who has spent 14 months creating, filming, and editing the 100-plus videos that it contains to make sure that each and every one is crystal clear, perfectly structured, and in glorious 4K definition.
The perfect progression for anyone who is already a fan of Owen's YouTube channel, this innovative teaching program includes many tricks that Owen believes are just too good to be given away for free.
The thousands of students who have already embarked on this exciting course benefit from a host of other advantages including access to future content at no extra charge, access to two free bonus flourish tutorials that really impress audiences, and card practice and performance blueprints to make it even easier to master and showcase their skills.
A #1 Best-Selling Author
Driven to reach an even wider audience, Owen put pen to paper and wrote Mind-Blowing Magic Tricks for Everyone, a book that has become an overnight bestseller since its release in November 2021. This innovative manual is designed to bring magic within easy reach of everyone, even complete novices, with absolutely no special equipment needed: just coins, cards, and everyday objects.
It can now be bought in more than a hundred different bookstores in 30 countries worldwide, including major names such as WHSmith, Waterstones, Walmart and Target. In line with his mission to bring magic up to date, each one of the 50 tricks outlined in the book come with its own QR code, taking readers straight to a video performance to show the effect in all its glory.
The Trick To His Success
Owen may be a master of sleight of hand, but there's no hiding his joy in his work. He's passionate about helping to transform others into skilled magicians who can not only impress others around them with their outstanding talent but also become more interesting and confident during the process. However, the road to success hasn't always been an easy one, and Owen is keen to point out that everything he has achieved so far has been accomplished while he was still studying for his degree.
Owen is eager to be an inspiration to other entrepreneurs who are trying to establish a business and gain business credit during their student years. Having graduated from the University of Durham with First Class Honours at the same time as penning his best-selling book and setting up LearnMagic.com—a business that now brings in a passive revenue of six figures a year—sets an excellent example for others who wish to walk in his footsteps.
While his entrepreneurial success may seem like magic, Owen's accomplishments are all down to his own dedication, passion and commitment, as well as his drive to share his love of magic with the next generation of card masters. Nevertheless, even after ten years of performing and teaching, Owen is showing no sign of losing interest in his career path and is looking forward to many more years of never working a day in his life!
Meet Oscar Owen: The Serial Entrepreneur Shaking Up the Magic Industry
The world of magic is not just about illusions and tricks, it is also a competitive industry where only the best and most innovative rise to the top. Oscar Owen, a young entrepreneur and magician, has carved out a reputation as a leading magic coach in the industry. With his passion for magic, business acumen and ability to adapt to the latest technology, Oscar has disrupted the industry, and is now passing on his skills and knowledge to others who aspire to learn the magical arts with his unusual and inspirational business that is already proving to be an incredible success. In this article, we will take a closer look at how Oscar has become a serial entrepreneur in the magic industry and how he is shaking things up.
The modern-day Thanksgiving celebration also revolves around giving thanks for the abundance of food and blessings in one's life. Furthermore, the timing of Thanksgiving closely aligns with pagan festivals. Thanksgiving is celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November, which coincides with the time of the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain.
Who Is Oscar Owen?
Oscar Owen, born November 3rd, 1998, is a British magician, YouTuber, and entrepreneur from London, United Kingdom. He has used his mind-blowing tricks to wow celebrities, and amaze audiences all across the world. But now, he is focusing on bringing magic into the 21st century by teaching the next generation of aspiring magicians his impressive skills.
Samhain was a festival that marked the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter. It was believed that during this time, the boundaries between the living and the dead were blurred, and people would engage in various rituals and feasts to appease the spirits. Despite these pagan associations, there are strong arguments for Thanksgiving being seen as a secular holiday. Over time, Thanksgiving has become less tied to religious or pagan rituals and more focused on gratitude and togetherness. It is viewed as a time for families and friends to come together, enjoy a meal, and express gratitude for the blessings in their lives. In conclusion, whether or not Thanksgiving is seen as a pagan holiday is subjective and depends on one's perspective. While it is true that Thanksgiving has historical ties to pagan festivals, it has also evolved into a secular celebration of gratitude and togetherness. Ultimately, how one chooses to view and celebrate Thanksgiving is a personal decision..
Reviews for "Thanksgiving: A Pagan Festival Adopted by Christianity"
1. Sarah - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with "Is Thanksgiving Seen as a Pagan Holiday". The author's arguments were weak and lacked any substantial evidence. It felt like they were just trying to push a personal agenda rather than provide a well-researched analysis. I was hoping for a more balanced approach, but unfortunately, this book fell short of my expectations.
2. John - 1 star - This book is a complete waste of time. The author's arguments are based on speculation and conspiracy theories rather than actual facts. They cherry-pick random historical events to support their ridiculous claim that Thanksgiving is a pagan holiday. I expected a well-reasoned and evidence-based analysis, but instead, I got a poorly written and unsupported argument. Save yourself the trouble and skip this book.
3. Emma - 2 stars - I couldn't finish reading "Is Thanksgiving Seen as a Pagan Holiday" because it was so poorly written. The author's writing style was confusing, and it was challenging to follow their train of thought. Additionally, their arguments were filled with fallacies and lacked coherency. I was really interested in the subject matter, but this book was a letdown. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone looking for a thoughtful exploration of the origins of Thanksgiving.
4. Michael - 1 star - I found "Is Thanksgiving Seen as a Pagan Holiday" to be a complete joke. The author's claims were unsubstantiated and lacked any credible sources. It felt like they were just trying to create controversy rather than provide any meaningful insights. The book was a disappointment from start to finish, and I regret wasting my time on it. Don't bother with this one if you're looking for a well-researched and informative read.