Historic tidbits about Ethiopia on this date on May 20 ---------------------------------------------------------------- --- On this date on May 20, 2010 the California based restaurant chain Rasta Taco announced it was now expanding to offer delivery throughout Southern California. According to a public release by the restaurant chain, our gourmet taco catering brings its innovative flair to traditional Mexican cuisine with a Caribbean fusion. Rasta Taco was founded in 2006, and its logo adopts the traditional Ethiopian lion of Judah and the Ethiopian flag colors. --- On this date on May 20, 1962, the Associated Press reported thatFour Ethiopians were bullwhipped with 25 lashes each for spreading false rumors about a subversive movement, the semi-official newspaper Voice of Ethiopia reports. A new law permits bullwhipping of convicted rumormongers., the AP adds. --- On this date on May 20, 571(Genbot 11) Ethiopia saw the passing of its beloved St. Yared. St. Yared is believed to have passed away in cave in the Semien Mountains. St. Yared is credited for developing the sacred music of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church. Legend acclaims that St. Yared was taught this distinct style with the help of three birds. (Source: Wikipedia)
Posted on: Tue, 20 May 2014 08:53:04 +0000
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