This weekīs column wasnīt written to start a debate. Instead, it was written to enlighten by sharing the truth. After all, as a very wise man once said, `And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.` Last year, Easter was on April 1. Next year, itīs on April 12. And this year, itīs on April 21, which is why Iīm writing about it now. Another reason, since many Black folks are Christians who enthusiastically celebrate Easter, is to make it crystal clear that because Jesus was a Black man- not a white guy, Easter is a Black thing- not a white bunny. You want proof? You want historical proof? You want scholarly historical proof? Well, check out the following five proven facts:...
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