Tis the Season of Reflection: HOLY vs HOLLY
The definition of Holy: “Commanding absolute devotion”
I have this thing about words and their meanings, but mostly about their origins. Specifically, because so much of what we say, the words we speak, impacts the quality of our lives.
Think about this: The word “holidays” descended from the term “Holy Days”. All of the various symbols associated with every religion, including Santa, have all changed their original meanings over time as well.
We went from human beings spending a quiet, meditative, sacrificial period of gratitude and prayer, to utter madness. From HOLY to HOLLY. The difference is equivalent to comparing a Monastery — to Hollywood.