Honoring Donkeys on January 15th

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Honoring Donkeys Today

Photo c2008 by Nickers and Ink.

Apparently, January 15^th is the Feast of the Ass. This annual holiday commemorates the journey of Joseph, Mary and the infant Christ from Bethlehem to Egypt. The angel of the Lord warned Joseph in a dream that King Herod planned to kill the Child. (See Matthew 2:13-18.)

Because the Holy Family packed up their donkey to flee, this holiday became known as The Feast of the Ass.

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In celebration of this holiday, The Mane Point offers a favorite commercial video, showing another very brave and resourceful donkey.

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Of course, no disrespect is intended for those who honor The Feast of the Ass. We just feel it’s time for much-maligned donkeys to get a little respect.

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