The earliest evidence of the celebration on December 25 of a Christian liturgical feast of the birth of Jesus is from the Chronography of 354 AD. This was in

Dies Natalis Solis Invicti means “the birthday of the unconquered sun”. Some early Christian writers connected the sun to Jesus, whom they believed was prophesied in Malachi 4:2 as

A winter festival was the most popular festival of the year in many cultures. Reasons included the fact that less agricultural work needs to be done during the winter,

The New Testament Gospel of Luke may indirectly give the date as December for the birth of Jesus, with the sixth month of Elizabeth’s pregnancy with John the Baptist

In the Early Middle Ages, Christmas Day was overshadowed by Epiphany, which in western Christianity focused on the visit of the magi. But the medieval calendar was dominated by

Christmas is typically a peak selling season for retailers in many nations around the world. Sales increase dramatically as people purchase gifts, decorations, and supplies to celebrate. In the

Throughout the holiday’s history, Christmas has been the subject of controversy and attacks from various sources. A Puritan led controversy began during the English Interregnum, when England was ruled

SEVERAL institutions feted the poor, needy, homeless and the less fortunate for the Christmas season. The Home of Benevolence for all races, better known as the Dharma Shala, the

CHRISTMAS has many different meanings to different people, for different reasons. For me, Christmas has always been about family, it’s the time when everyone takes time off from their

Christmas is recognized as one of the most popular holidays worldwide. More than 160 countries celebrate this holiday annually during 25th December or January- 6th, 7th or 19th. A