Chirstian cross symbol with church house and white background. Christmas is celebrated on 25th December every year by the world Christian community. The day holds much significance for Christians as they believe that Jesus Christ was born on the same day at Bethlehem. It is observed as a public holiday in several Christian majority countries. Also, in some countries where Christians are in minority, it is still observed as a holiday. Cross, the principal symbol of the Christian religion, recalling the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ and the redeeming benefits of his Passion and death. The cross is thus a sign both of Christ himself and of the faith of Christians.The preparations begin much in advance with the people shopping enthusiastically for gifts and other articles. Children are happiest around the festival as they get lots of gifts and cakes. Families sing, dance and eat together with family and friends on Christmas.There is no historical reference to the date of birth of Jesus being 25th December; neither in the Gospels nor any other religious text. However, theologians believe that he was born sometime between 6 BC and 4 BC. The early Christian Churches weren’t celebrating the birth of Jesus.

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