The Forgotten Calendar: Unveiling the Truth Behind Constantine’s Changes and the Lost Biblical Year

 

For centuries, many have believed that the calendar, traditions, and religious observances we follow today have roots in divine teachings. However, some ancient texts, such as a Bible from 1775, reveal an entirely different story—one suggesting that the truth has been hidden from us. Could it be that we are living in a constructed reality based on altered timekeeping and manipulated traditions? This post will explore these fascinating claims, focusing on changes in the calendar, the shifting of sacred days, and the influence of figures like Constantine on modern Christianity.

13-Month Calendar: A Forgotten Year Structure?

One of the most intriguing assertions from the 1775 Bible is the concept of a 13-month year. While today we are familiar with a 12-month calendar, earlier timekeeping systems—particularly those based on lunar cycles—used a different structure. A lunar year consists of 354 days, roughly 11 days shorter than the solar year, and required adjustments through the addition of a 13th month. Ancient Hebrew and Babylonian calendars acknowledged this cycle, inserting an extra month periodically to align with the seasons.

This begs the question: why do we now follow a 12-month Gregorian calendar? The shift to a 12-month system, established under Roman influence, particularly under Julius Caesar's reform, was further reinforced by the Gregorian calendar implemented by Pope Gregory XIII in 1582. The Gregorian calendar prioritized solar time, creating the structure we now consider standard. Yet, the notion of a 13-month year persists in alternative interpretations of history. Could this be a lost truth intentionally hidden to disconnect us from ancient wisdom?

The 13-Month Structure Across Civilizations:

• Hebrew Calendar: Includes an extra leap month known as Adar II in certain years to keep in sync with the agricultural and liturgical cycle.
• Babylonian Calendar: Used a similar system, inserting a 13th month when necessary to adjust for the lunar cycle.

March: The True Beginning of the Year?

The 1775 Bible also claims that the year originally began in March, a belief that was commonly held in pre-Christian civilizations. In ancient Rome, March (Martius) was considered the first month of the year, named after Mars, the god of war, signifying a time for renewal and preparation for the growing season. This aligns with older biblical texts that speak of spring as a time of rebirth and new beginnings.

The shift to January as the start of the year can be attributed to the reforms of Julius Caesar. His decision to move the new year to January 1st may have been more political than spiritual, aligning Roman governance with the month named after Janus, the god of beginnings and transitions. However, the Bible’s assertion that March should mark the start of the year ties back to older traditions and raises questions about how our current calendar has obscured more ancient cycles of time.

Biblical and Historical Evidence of March as the New Year:

• The Hebrew Calendar: The month of Nisan, often falling in March or April, is considered the first month, marking Passover and the liberation from Egypt.
• Roman Traditions: Before the Julian calendar reform, March was the first month of the year, signifying new life after winter.

Constantine’s Role in Changing the Calendar and Worship

Perhaps the most significant figure mentioned in this altered timeline is Emperor Constantine, whose decisions fundamentally reshaped Christianity. According to the 1775 Bible, Constantine changed the day of worship from Saturday, the original Sabbath, to Sunday—the day of the sun. This change was part of Constantine's efforts to unite the Roman Empire under a single, uniform religion, blending elements of paganism with Christianity.

Historically, Constantine’s Edict of Milan in 313 AD legalized Christianity, and he later convened the First Council of Nicaea in 325 AD to standardize Christian doctrine. His decision to shift worship to Sunday, aligning with the pagan veneration of the sun, marked a significant divergence from earlier Jewish-Christian practices of observing the Sabbath on Saturday. Could this have been a deliberate attempt to align Christian worship with sun worship, integrating elements of the Roman cult of Sol Invictus?

Jesus’ Birth and the Pagan Influence

One of the more startling claims from the 1775 Bible is that Jesus’ birthday was deliberately moved to December 25th to coincide with the pagan festival honoring Tammuz, the son of Nimrod. According to ancient Babylonian mythology, Tammuz died on December 23rd, and his death was believed to signify the end of life. However, Babylonian tradition also held that on December 25th, Nimrod, the mighty hunter, would be reborn through Tammuz, giving rise to a tradition of celebrating rebirth and renewal.

This tradition influenced later Roman practices, where the Dies Natalis Solis Invicti (the Birthday of the Unconquered Sun) was celebrated on December 25th, marking the return of the sun after the winter solstice. Constantine, in his effort to unify pagan and Christian practices, is said to have moved Jesus’ birth to this date to coincide with the rebirth of the sun and the myth of Nimrod and Tammuz. This also explains why the tradition of setting up a tree—a symbol of life and renewal—became associated with Christmas.

The Symbolism of the Tree: From Tammuz to Christmas

The association of Tammuz’s birthday with the setting up of a tree introduces a curious connection between ancient Babylonian customs and modern Christian practices. In Babylonian mythology, Tammuz was celebrated with the erection of a tree, symbolizing his rebirth and the cycle of life. When Constantine moved Jesus’ birthday to December 25th, the tradition of the tree was adopted, transforming it into what we now recognize as the Christmas tree.

Pagan Roots of the Christmas Tree:

• Babylonian Tradition: The setting up of a tree to honor Tammuz’s rebirth mirrors the modern Christmas tree.
• Roman Influence: The worship of evergreen trees in winter festivals, symbolizing eternal life, was common in Roman celebrations of Saturnalia and Sol Invictus.

Conclusion: Have We Been Living in a Constructed Reality?

The assertions from the 1775 Bible challenge many of the traditions we take for granted today, from the structure of our calendar to the very foundations of Christian worship. Constantine’s influence over the early Church, particularly in blending pagan and Christian practices, raises questions about whether modern religious observances are rooted in truth or in political convenience. As we uncover these ancient claims, we are left to wonder: has the true knowledge of time, the calendar, and divine worship been lost or hidden from us? Could this forgotten history hold the key to unlocking a deeper understanding of our place in the cosmos?

By revisiting these ancient sources and questioning the decisions made by historical figures like Constantine, we may begin to see the truth that has been obscured for centuries. This pursuit of truth is not just about dates or traditions but about reconnecting with the original wisdom passed down through the ages—wisdom that still holds the power to reshape our understanding of the world.