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The history and origins of Christmas trace back to ancient celebrations that long predate the Christian era. The roots of this widely celebrated holiday can be found in various cultural and religious traditions. The winter solstice, an astronomical event marking the shortest day and longest night of the year, was a significant moment for many ancient civilizations.
In Roman times, the festival of Saturnalia, a week-long celebration honoring the god Saturn, involved feasting, gift-giving, and a temporary suspension of social norms. Similarly, the Germanic peoples celebrated Yule, a festival commemorating the winter solstice with feasts and the burning of the Yule log. In Scandinavia, a figure known as Yule Goat was associated with these festivities.
The Christian celebration of Christmas emerged in the 4th century when December 25 was officially designated as the birthdate of Jesus Christ. It is widely believed that this date was chosen to coincide with existing pagan festivals, absorbing and transforming them into a Christian context.
Over the centuries, Christmas evolved with a rich tapestry of traditions and customs from around the world. The medieval period saw the rise of nativity scenes, depicting the birth of Jesus, and caroling became a popular form of festive singing. The figure of Santa Claus, derived from the Dutch Sinterklaas, gained prominence in the 19th century with the help of various cultural influences.
Today, Christmas is celebrated globally with a diverse array of customs, including the exchange of gifts, festive decorations, special meals, and religious observances. It has become a time of joy, generosity, and togetherness, embodying the spirit of goodwill and the warmth of the holiday season across cultures and traditions.


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9798868396489
  • Publisher: Amazon Digital Services LLC - Kdp
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: N
  • Sub Title: Tracing the Ancient Roots and Evolution of Christmas Celebrations
  • Width: 140 mm
  • ISBN-10: 8868396483
  • Publisher Date: 21 Nov 2023
  • Height: 216 mm
  • No of Pages: 90
  • Spine Width: 5 mm
  • Weight: 163 gr


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