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CHRISTMAS
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…. honoring the birth of Jesus Christ, it evolved over two millennia into a worldwide religious
and secular celebration, incorporating many pre-
Christian, pagan traditions into the
festivities along the way.
CHRISTMAS IS
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Christmas is a time for family and friends to get together and
exchange gifts.
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Most of the traditional customs of Christmas, such as gift giving, tree
decorating, light hanging, and feasting.
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The earliest known inspiration for the legend comes from the fourth century in the form of Saint Nicholas of Myra, Greek Christian figure known for his generosity to the poor.
Historical Roots of Santa Claus
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Mentions of Santa Claus types of figures appear in Germanic lore and various northern European religions that thrived before Christianity took hold.
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The American version of Santa Claus seems to have originated from a Dutch legend about Sinter Klaas, which settlers brought to America in the seventeenth century.
Americans embraced the idea of Santa Claus, who was said to deliver gifts to good boys and girls on Christmas Eve.
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Christmas has its origins as a pagan holiday. December 25 was selected to line up with several pagan Roman holidays that celebrated the winter solstice and worship of the sun.
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The true meaning of Christmas is LOVE
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MERRY means “to be happy, joyful and light-hearted”
The meaning of the words:
CHRISTMAS means "the birth of Christ"
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Christmas is not just a
season
Christmas is not just a
day
Christmas is more than a
reason
For parties, presents and
play
Christmas is truly the
essence 0f joy that the
Savior brings
Christmas is surely the
presence of Jesus, the
King of Kings.
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