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History of Christmas

Story Of Christmas Day

By Obaidul HossainPublished 2 years ago 3 min read
History of Christmas
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Christmas, which falls on December 25, is a global cultural and commercial phenomenon in addition to a revered religious holiday. People have been celebrating it with customs and rituals that are both religious and secular for the past two millennia. Christmas Day is a celebration of the birth of Jesus of Nazareth, a religious figure whose teachings serve as the cornerstone of Christianity. Gift-giving, tree-decorating, church attendance, meal-sharing with loved ones, and, of course, waiting for Santa Claus to arrive are all common practices. Since 1870, December 25, sometimes known as Christmas Day, has been a federal holiday in the United States.

The Christmas Story's History

The first recorded Christmas was observed in Rome in 336 A.D., therefore the holiday has a very lengthy history. During the well-known Arian conflict in the 300s, it was quite significant. It was eclipsed in the early years of middle life by revelation.

Even when it was officially declared a holiday in 1660, it remained highly dubious. The Christmas revival can be traced back to the Anglican Communion church's Oxford movement, which began in the early 1900s.

Getting Ready for Christmas

Christmas is a cultural holiday that requires extensive planning. Since it's a public holiday, folks can celebrate by taking advantage of the Christmas vacation.

Most people begin their Christmas preparations early, so festivities start on Christmas eve. There are numerous tasks involved in getting ready for Christmas. Typically, purchases are made for gifts, food, and decorations, mostly for family members and friends' kids. Some families go shopping to buy everyone matching Christmas clothes.

Common preparations involve lighting and Christmas tree decorations for the space. Deep cleaning the house is a necessary before starting any decorations. The Christmas tree fills houses with the joy of the season.

Gift boxes containing wrapped presents are tucked beneath the Christmas tree and aren't to be opened until Christmas Day. Additionally, the church has been decorated for the occasion. To welcome Christmas, the churches are also thoroughly cleaned. Performances of skits and songs on Christmas Day.

Since most people spend a lot of money on Christmas, setting up money for these expenses should come first on the list of preparations. In order to spend time together over this festive season, families also intend to travel. On this day, turkey is traditionally eaten as a regular supper worldwide. In addition, greeting cards are sent to loved ones to wish them a good holiday.

Christmas Day Festivities

To commemorate the day, Christmas carols are broadcast on televisions and radios. Most families begin by attending church, where there are concerts and musicals. Later on, they join their family to celebrate with food and music and to exchange gifts. Christmastime happiness is unlike any other.

Christmas snacks include homemade classic plum cakes, cupcakes, and muffins. Children receive an abundance of gifts and brand-new outfits. They also get to meet "Santa Claus," who welcomes them with hugs and presents and is decked out in a fluffy red and white costume.

In conclusion, Christmas serves as a reminder of the value of sharing and giving to friends and family. We are aware that the birth of Jesus marks the start of wonderful things in the world because of Christmas. Generally speaking, it's a chance to reflect on the natural world and the meaning of our existence. In spite of the fact that Christmas is a Christian holiday, people of various faiths celebrate it all around the world. The festival's spirit is what brings people together in such a powerful way.

Christmas is observed on December 25 by Christians worldwide. Celebrated in honor of the birth of Jesus Christ, who is revered by Christians as the divine son. The event is one of the major festivals and calls for a great celebration.

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The eager shopping for gifts and other items starts far in advance of the actual preparations. Since they receive so many gifts and cakes during the celebration, children are happiest around it. On Christmas, families gather with friends and family to dine, sing, and dance.

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