Ellen Gould White
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Ellen Gould White über: "Should Adventists celebrate Easter?"
Answer
The provided documents contain no direct instruction on whether Adventists should celebrate Easter or not. However, they emphasize the principle that Adventists should rely on a clear “Thus says the Lord,” rather than follow human traditions and customs.
At the same time, it is advised to seek as much agreement with others as possible in order to exert a positive influence, provided this is compatible with one's conscience. Unnecessary separation should be avoided, but the Bible remains the sole standard for faith and conduct.
Holding to Biblical Truth over Traditions
»As Seventh-day Adventists we appeal to the clear “Thus says the Lord” against custom and tradition; and for this reason we are not in harmony with the masses who teach and follow the doctrines and commandments of men, and we cannot be.«
Wisdom in Dealing with Other Faith Communities
»To reach those who are in the darkness of error and false theories, we must approach them with utmost caution and greatest wisdom and agree with them on every point that we can conscientiously represent.«
Do Not Seek Unnecessary Distancing
»They should not try to see how much they can differ from others, but how close they can come to those they wish to influence, so that they can help them to the positions they themselves value so highly.«
- Adventists' handling of holidays
- Meaning of biblical traditions vs. customs
- Ellen White's attitude toward religious festivals
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