How to compare raw date from lookup table to date in custom field in automation rule?

[Ashley]

I have raw dates in a lookup table, similar to this:

Key: Easter24    Value: 2024-03-31

Then I have a custom date picker field, let's call it DPF. 

I am trying to check if Easter24 < DPF via an automation rule branch.

1. My unsuccessful first attempt:
   1. If block
   2. Smart value condition
   3. {{Dates.get("Easter24")}} less than {{issue.customfield_#####.value}}
2. My unsuccessful first attempt:
   
   1. If block
   2. Smart value condition
   3. {{Dates.get("Easter24").toDate}} less than {{issue.customfield_#####.jiraDateTime}}
3. My unsuccessful third attempt - attempted via an audit log:
   1. Entering this syntax into a log to compare the two dates: [{{Holidays.get("Easter24").toDate}}].isBefore([{{issue.customfield_#####.jiraDateTime}}])

Any ideas on how to compare the two?

[Ashley · Accepted solution]

I found the answer by way of simplification.

{{issue.customfield_#####.isAfter(Holidays.get("Easter24").toDate)}}