Ring in the glory and joy of Christmas this year surrounded by your family and your love for each other!
December 25th, 2024 is being celebrated as Christmas today. Since time immemorial, the day has been one filled with hope and excitement for all who believe in the magic of Santa Claus and the holy occasion of Jesus Christ’s birth. While a festival of Christians, Christmas is celebrated by people worldwide, all excited for the happiness, hope and gifts that the joyous day brings with it.
Why is Christmas Celebrated?
Amongst the Christian community, Christmas marks the birth of Jesus Christ, whom they believe is the son of God. The name Christmas has been derived from the phrase “Mass of Christ.” As per the record, the first day of celebration of the festival was in the year 336, during the time of the Roman Emperor Constantine, the first Christian Roman Emperor. The story behind Christmas began on March 25, when Mother Mary was told that she would be having a special child from the lord. Nine months later, Jesus Christ was born on December 25 and the day has since been celebrated every year.
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Significance of Christmas
For the believers of Christianity the day holds immense religious importance. On this day, people remember the sacrifices made by Jesus and do a mass service where they recall the death and rebirth of their holy figure. Also emphatic to mention is the connection between Santa Claus and Christmas for young children. The mythical creature is the highlight of the festival for kids who try their best to be on the nice list and receive a multitude of gifts from Santa who will be arriving on his sleigh to their homes.
Christmas Traditions
Various traditions are symbolic of Christmas celebrations worldwide. While some people like watching and participating in the holiday parade, others spend it at home decorating their trees, singing carols, baking desserts and exchanging gifts. There are many traditions associated with the day such as mass service, hanging a mistletoe and wreaths, watching Christmas movies and most importantly, visiting the church.
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Christmas is a festival that carries with it an array of emotions. Excitement for the present, forgiveness and nostalgia for the past and hope and blessings for the future. It serves as a reminder that we as humans must hold hands and be with each other through all the beginnings and ends, sharing an embrace of love and compassion. Team Wedding Affair wishes a merry and fun Christmas to all our readers across the world! May your life be filled with presents in the form of gifts and people!
