Helen Back

Posted by SR March 28, 2005In reply to Origin of phrase posted by Mary on March 28, 2005

What is origin "to hell and back"? Does it relate to Jesus desending into hell before rising on the third day?

I'm not sure of the origin, but I remember years ago that the journey was personified as Helen Back. If you want to borrow money, go to Helen Back. SR

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