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The issue seems to come from the fact that as Christians we are instructed not to give any importance to "other Gods" or goddesses, or anything of the sort. So to participate is seen as opposed to one of the basic rules of being Christian.

I really don't agree that men are placed above women in Christianity. They are to be leaders and protectors, but women are to be nurturers and support to help the men (and our children) to go in the right direction. I see it more as a hammer and a nail... one is not able to be of much value without the other. Take either away and you are lacking something vital. The hammer might seem to have the power and be the driving force, but without the nail it still won't accomplish what it's intended to.

JMHO