In a message dated 99-05-08 05:10:19 EDT, you write:
<< But, I argue, there is a long tradition
associating Isaac with the resurrection, and Isaac's name means "risus". >>
That is rather interesting. I had never heard of Isaac's name mentioned in
association with Easter, although it makes good sense as he was born of a
woman long thought to have been barren.
Doesn't the second part, however, need some amending? I have always been led
to believe that 'Isaac' means 'laughing woman', as in 'born of a woman who
laughed' when told she was pregnant. I don't know Hebrew, so I can't speak
from any sort of certain knowledge, but it has been pointed out to me that
the elements 'isa' or 'isha' means either man or woman. Of course, any
clarifications or corrections from someone on list would be appreciated.
Finally, just to play the devil's advocate, could it possibly be that 'risus'
is an ancient misprint or mistranscription for 'ritus', but found acceptable
because of the general gaiety of the season.
best regards
mark
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