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"The Magic of Lemon Drop Pie" by Rachel Linden is a captivating and heartwarming novel that takes readers on a journey of self-discovery, healing, and the power of forgiveness. Set in the picturesque backdrop of a small coastal town in California, the story follows the life of Lindsay, a talented pastry chef running her own bakery. The main idea of the book revolves around the magic of lemon drop pie. Lemon drop pie is not just a dessert; it has a deeper meaning and symbolism throughout the story. For Lindsay, lemon drop pie represents love, memories, and a connection to her past. It reminds her of her grandmother, who taught her the art of baking and passed on her passion for creating delicious confections.

“He said also unto me, Turn thee yet again, and thou shalt see greater abominations that they do. Then he brought me to the door of the gate of the Lord’s house which was toward the north; and, behold, there sat women weeping for Tammuz.” (Ezekiel 8:13-14)

This study does not surprise Bible readers, because they know Daniel s little horn, Paul s man of sin, and John s great whore and beast are prophecies of the popes and church of Rome and their wicked rebellion against God and His word Dan 7 1-28; II Thess 2 1-12; Rev 17 1-18. Abstaining from meat, which faithful Catholics do on Fridays, Ash Wednesday, December 7, and December 24, is a doctrine of the devil and proof of their apostasy from the Christian religion I Tim 4 1-3.

It reminds her of her grandmother, who taught her the art of baking and passed on her passion for creating delicious confections. As Lindsay navigates the challenges of running a business, she also grapples with personal struggles and a tragic loss that has left her feeling broken. However, with the help of her quirky and supportive friends, Lindsay begins to find solace in the act of baking and serving lemon drop pie to her customers.

Are there any pagan elements in the observance of Ash Wednesday

In my tradition, we celebrated Ash Wednesday last night, February 1st. Kimberly Winston wrote the following about the origins of this ritual in the Huffington Post in an article entitled Ash Wednesday Explained: The Meaning Behind the Dust:

“There is no mention of Ash Wednesday in the Bible. But there is a tradition of donning ashes as a sign of penitence that predates Jesus. In the Old Testament, Job repents “in dust and ashes,” and there are other associations of ashes and repentance in Esther, Samuel, Isaiah and Jeremiah. By the 10th century, the monk Aelfric tied the practice, which dates to the eighth century, to the period before Easter, writing, ‘Now let us do this little at the beginning of our Lent that we strew ashes upon our heads to signify that we ought to repent of our sins during the Lenten fast.’ By the 11th century, the practice was widespread throughout the church — until Martin Luther, the Protestant reformer, threw the practice out in the 16th century because it was not biblically based. There’s no Lent in the Bible, either, though many Christians see it as an imitation of the 40 days Jesus spent fasting and battling with Satan in the desert.”

These days, a number of Christian denominations place ashes in the sign of the cross on the foreheads of worshippers including Roman Catholics, Lutherans, Episcopalians, United Methodists, Presbyterians, UCC and Moravians. Yet, in spite of its widespread use, I found plenty of Christian writers bashing the ritual because of its “pagan” origins.

So I did a little digging, and this is what I found:

• It appears that in ancient Nordic Pagan religion, ashes were placed above the brow to ensure the protection of the Norse God, Odin. The practice spread to Europe during the Viking conquests. It also appears that this ritual was done on a Wednesday, the day named for Odin, Odin’s Day.
• In Hinduism vibhuti, meaning “sacred ash,” place three horizontal lines across their foreheads and other body parts to please the god Shiva.

(If you have any further information and/or insight to share on this subject, please do so in the comment section. Thanks!)

There are a number of Christian blogs and web sites who bash the ritual of Ash Wednesday and warn people not to observe it because of it’s Pagan origins. If you’ve read my blog, you know I find this humorous because Christianity incorporated and adapted numerous beliefs and rituals from their Pagan brothers and sisters. Ashes are only the tip of a very large iceberg!

Personally, I love the ritual because it gives me a fresh perspective as I enter the season of Lent: “Remember you are dust, and to dust you shall return.” These are the words that accompany the ashes that are placed on foreheads in the sign of the cross. The words and ashes remind us that life is short and we should life it to the fullest. The cross reminds me of my connection to Jesus who calls me to live a life that is centered in love of the Divine, love of neighbor, and love of self. The cross also reminds me to consider what destructive patterns of living and thinking I need to let go of, in order that new ones can be nurtured in my life.

This year, as I received my ashes, I also thought of its connection with my Pagan friends who have also used ashes in ritual to remind them of their connection to the Divine. I wouldn’t have it any other way!

The novel beautifully explores the healing power of food and the role it plays in our lives. Through her baking, Lindsay is able to channel her emotions and find a sense of purpose. The act of creating something with her own hands and seeing the joy it brings to others becomes a source of healing and a way for her to connect with those around her. Linden's storytelling is filled with vivid descriptions of food that will leave readers salivating and craving a taste of the delectable lemon drop pie. The author's attention to detail transports readers to Lindsay's bakery, where the aroma of freshly baked goods permeates the air, and every bite of lemon drop pie is pure bliss. In addition to the culinary delights, "The Magic of Lemon Drop Pie" offers a cast of relatable and endearing characters. Lindsay's relationships with her friends and loved ones are intricately woven into the narrative, adding depth and warmth to the story. The book also explores themes of forgiveness, second chances, and the importance of following one's passion. Overall, "The Magic of Lemon Drop Pie" is a delightful and enchanting read that celebrates the magic of food, love, and the power of finding joy in the simplest of pleasures. Through the lens of lemon drop pie, Rachel Linden reminds us that sometimes the sweetest things in life can be found in the most unexpected places..

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