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1. www.britannica.com › topic › ChristmasChristmas | Origin, Definition, Traditions, History, & Facts ...

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   1 day ago · Christmas, Christian festival celebrating the birth of Jesus. December 25 has become widely accepted as the date of Jesus’ birth. Christmas has also become a secular family holiday that is observed by Christians and non-Christians, is marked by the exchange of gifts, and features the mythical figure of Santa Claus.

2. www.history.com › topics › christmasHistory of Christmas ‑ Origins, Traditions & Facts | HISTORY

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   Oct 27, 2009 · DNY59/Getty Images. Christmas is celebrated on December 25 and is both a sacred religious holiday and a worldwide cultural and commercial phenomenon. For two millennia, people around the world ...

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3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › ChristmasChristmas - Wikipedia

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   Christmas. Christmas is an annual festival commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, observed primarily on December 25 [a] 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 Nativity ...

4. www.bbc.co.uk › bitesize › articlesWhat is Christmas? - BBC Bitesize

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   Christmas dinners are also an important part of the celebrations. Families and friends will share food together, eating traditional foods, such as turkey, mince pies and Christmas puddings ...

5. news.sky.com › story › christmas-traditions-where-doChristmas traditions: Where do they come from and why do we ...

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   Dec 24, 2022 · Today, London's Hyde Park Christmas market is seen to be one of the best markets in the UK and holds plenty of activities including rides and attractions that people of all ages will love.

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   Why do people celebrate Christmas?

   • Christmas is an annual festival commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, observed primarily on December 25 [a] as a religious and cultural celebration among billions of people around the world.

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   What is Christmas Eve & why is it celebrated?

   • Observed on Christmas Eve, this tradition is popular amongst many and includes the celebration of the Holy Communion. The gathering is a celebration of Mass or Service of Worship in honour of the Nativity of Jesus.

   Christmas traditions: Where do they come from and why do we ... - Sky …

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   Why do people celebrate Christmas in January?

   • However, by A.D. 336, Christmas was celebrated by the Christian church in Rome on that day, which coincided with the Roman winter equinox festival of Saturnalia. (Here’s why some people celebrate Christmas in January.) Santa Claus listens to the radio in a 1924 advertising card for St. Nicholas magazine.

   How Christmas has evolved over centuries - National Geographic

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   How do Christians celebrate Christmas?

   • The story of Jesus's birth (also known as the nativity) is often retold by children taking part in nativity plays. Christian church services at Christmas include carol singing. These are happy songs which tell the Christmas story. Some Christians start Christmas Day with a midnight communion service (also called a midnight mass).

   What is Christmas? - BBC Bitesize

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   Why do people celebrate Christmas in Rome?

   • The tradition started in 1891 when San Francisco Salvation Army Capt. Joseph McFee wanted to raise money to offer a free Christmas dinner to 1,000 of the city’s most destitute. In Rome, where winters were not as harsh as those in the far north, Saturnalia—a holiday in honor of Saturn, the god of agriculture—was celebrated.

   History of Christmas ‑ Origins, Traditions & Facts | HISTORY

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   Why do people celebrate Christmas on December 25?

   • Historians disagree on how December 25 became associated with Christmas. However, by A.D. 336, Christmas was celebrated by the Christian church in Rome on that day, which coincided with the Roman winter equinox festival of Saturnalia. (Here’s why some people celebrate Christmas in January.)

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7. christmasenthusiasts.co.uk › classic-traditionsWhy Do We Celebrate Christmas in the UK? - Christmas enthusiasts

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   May 18, 2024 · The traditions and customs associated with Christmas have deep historical roots, blending religious significance with cultural practices that have evolved over centuries. This article explores the reasons why Christmas is celebrated in the UK, delving into the historical, cultural, and religious aspects that contribute to the festive spirit.

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   Dec 10, 2021 · People around the world celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ on December 25. Here’s why—and the history of its iconic symbols from Christmas trees to Santa Claus.