Onan (Hebrew: אוֹנָן, Modern: Onan, Tiberian: ʼÔnān "Mourner"; Greek: Αὐνάν Aunan) is a minor biblical person in the Book of Genesis chapter 38, who was the second son of Judah. Like his older brother Er, Onan was slain by God.
Is Onam a pagan festival?
All harvest festivals are Pagan in origin. In principle, even Christmas is adjusted to coincide with the ancient Roman festival of Saturnalia(a harvest festival based on the agricultural god Saturn. Onam by nature is a Pagan festival, Hindu and Pagan r not mutually exclusive.
What is onanism in the Bible?
"Onanism," the term derived from Genesis 38:9-10 which in traditional Christian usage has designated both masturbation and unnatural intercourse between a man and woman, is not exactly a pleasant theme to write about.
Who slept with Tamar in the Bible?
One named Amnon became infatuated with her. With the help of a conniving friend, Amnon got Tamar to nurse him as he pretended to be sick. When she came near the bed, he seized her and raped her.
Where in India is the festival of Onam celebrated?
of Kerala Onam is a Hindu festival celebrated by the people of Kerala. It is the most popular festival in the state and is celebrated each year in August and September, and is also a major harvest festival.
What are the 7 abominations to God?
Proverbs 6:16–19 lists seven things which are also abominations: "haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that devises wicked schemes, feet that are swift in running to mischief, a false witness who utters lies, and one who spreads strife among brothers."
Who are Judah and Tamar?
In Genesis chapter 38, Tamar is first described as marrying Judah's eldest son, Er. Because of his wickedness, Er was killed by God. By way of a levirate union, Judah asked his second son, Onan, to provide offspring for Tamar so that the family line might continue.
Who is Rahab to Jesus?
A different spelling of the name, Rachab (as transliterated in the King James translation of the Greek Ῥαχάβ) is mentioned in the Gospel of Matthew as one of the ancestors of Jesus (Matthew 1:5). She married Salmon of the Tribe of Judah and was the mother of Boaz. Most other English Bibles transcribe her name as Rahab.