methodism is following a strict set of rules
1852 by my dad :)
in the 18th Century, in Britain.
First joke - probably with early man. There are stories of traveling minstrals and court jestors from the begining of mans history.
As strange as it may seem, Pesach originated in Egypt. Have a look at Shemos (Exodus) Chapter 12. Start at verse 14 and read for a while.