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Christmas is an annual festival commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, observed primarily on December 25 as a religious and cultural celebration among billions of people around the world. A feast central to the liturgical year in Christianity, it follows the season of Advent (which begins four Sundays before) or the … See more
Early and medieval era
In the 2nd century, the "earliest church records" indicate that "Christians were remembering and celebrating the birth of the Lord", an … See moreThere are two main theories behind December 25 becoming the traditional date for Christmas, although Theology professor Susan Roll says that "No liturgical historian … See more
Christmas has at times been the subject of controversy and attacks from various sources, both Christian and non-Christian. Historically, it was … See more
Christmas Day is celebrated as a major festival and public holiday in countries around the world, including many whose populations are … See more
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