Christmas was first started as a celebration that fell inline with the Pagan Roman festival of Saturnalia. It was adopted by many unbelievers as the birthday of Jesus, even though the scriptures point to his birthday being some time in the Fall, and was incorporated into Church teachings in an attempt to water down the Pagan history of the celebration. Interestingly, there is no record that Jesus observed or celebrated his own birthday. Since the word "Christian" is defined as "Christ-like" as in imitating Christ, or behaving in the same manner as he, a true Christian would never celebrate a holiday such as Christmas that would bring shame and dishonor to his name. Therefore, if a religion celebrates Christmas, they wouldn't be considered Christian.
Easter is the Christian celebration of the remembrance of the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, brought back to life after he was crucified in our place so we could receive salvation.
The essential elements in the celebration of the sacrament of holy orders include the laying on of hands by the bishop, the consecratory prayer asking for the outpouring of the Holy Spirit, and the specific roles or degrees within the ordained ministry being conferred, such as deacon, priest, or bishop. These elements symbolize the passing of authority and responsibility from one generation of church leaders to the next.
When ever a sinner on earth repents honestly, Then there is great rejoicing in heaven.
The word "Paschal" comes from the word Pesach which, in Hebrew, means Passover.
Yes, Christmas is a Christian celebration although some other faiths celebrate it as a social event.
Yes, it is a christian derived celebration.
Yes it is a Christian celebration/holiday in Britain.
Christmas is a Christian celebration. Nations do not celebrate it Christian do.
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The early birthday celebration is scheduled for next Saturday.
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The next High Sabbath celebration is scheduled to take place on Saturday, September 25th.
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Christmas is a Christian celebration. Libya is an Islamic country so it isn't celebrated.
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