What would Christ think of Christmas?

Question

As a Pagan watching this from another point of view, I cannot help but wonder of how hypocritical this has become on any level.

Considering the story of Christ at the market place in the temple...just what would such a being think of our modern celebration in his name?

Answer 1

He would go postal on us and kick our butts

Answer 2

Illustration: Suppose a crowd come to a gentleman’s home saying they are there to celebrate his birthday. He does not favor the celebration of birthdays. He does not like to see people overeat or get drunk or engage in loose conduct. But some of them do all those things, and they bring presents for everyone there except him! On top of all that, they pick the birthday of one of the man’s enemies as the date for the celebration. How would the man feel? Would you want to be a party to it? This is exactly what is being done by Christmas celebrations.

The Encyclopedia Americana informs us: “The reason for establishing December 25 as Christmas is somewhat obscure, but it is usually held that the day was chosen to correspond to pagan festivals that took place around the time of the winter solstice, when the days begin to lengthen, to celebrate the ‘rebirth of the sun.’ . . . The Roman Saturnalia (a festival dedicated to Saturn, the god of agriculture, and to the renewed power of the sun), also took place at this time, and some Christmas customs are thought to be rooted in this ancient pagan celebration.”—(1977), Vol. 6, p. 666.

The New Catholic Encyclopedia acknowledges: “The date of Christ’s birth is not known. The Gospels indicate neither the day nor the month . . . According to the hypothesis suggested by H. Usener . . . and accepted by most scholars today, the birth of Christ was assigned the date of the winter solstice (December 25 in the Julian calendar, January 6 in the Egyptian), because on this day, as the sun began its return to northern skies, the pagan devotees of Mithra celebrated the dies natalis Solis Invicti (birthday of the invincible sun). On December 25, 274, Aurelian had proclaimed the sun-god principal patron of the empire and dedicated a temple to him in the Campus Martius. Christmas originated at a time when the cult of the sun was particularly strong at Rome.”—(1967), Vol. III, p. 656.

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Answer 3

A good question, but consider this. There are two issues here. How do Christians celebrate and how does secular society celebrate it? The former, Christ would be interested in. There is a big mix here because of the secular influence, particularly in the US. On that point, I would bet that he has some raised eyebrows. However, there are many Christians who approach it as the religious season that it is, beginning with the Advent Season (which we are now in). For the latter, it doesn't really matter because they don't care why it is celebrated.

Answer 4

specific Jesus Christ is the reason for christmas how ever, the provide giving area isn't pagon as an excellent style of seem to declare, Santa Claus originated and remains prevalent as jolly previous saint nick, who's additionally prevalent as St. Nicholas, which i'm not sure if he became right into a monk or a bishop, yet what it became into is a guy mandatory a dr for his baby became into no longer able to grant the money and as an act of stable will St Nicholas dropped money interior the path of the mans window at Christmas time and it landed in his shoe and he chanced on it the subsequent morning. thats why we submit stockings

Answer 5

Today I think he would be sad, most people have lost the true value and meaning of Christmas, most people don't even know why they celebrate it, they think it's just a time of year that Santa comes and brings gifts, it's acually quite sad what society has made of Christmas, as long as the belivers keep believing and instilling our values on our children, friends and family there is still hope and it's those people who make Christ smile.

Answer 6

I think christ doesn't really care or look at Christmas but more like views the hearts of the people...When jesus destroyed the market place it was because nobody really cared about the word of god...everything was just a mess...he was just giving a message to everyone that we should not value money and make it our center of attention... Just remember he looks at our hearts... LOVE**

Answer 7

It would be like the old commercial of the Indian looking at how we've trashed the earth, with a single tear coming down. The only thing I think that saves us is His compassion and love for us with our many mistakes in judgement.

Answer 8

He would hate it. And coming from the author of love, that means something.
Christmas should be a quiet family time, reflecting on what your faith means to you.
If you are not a person of faith, the day should not be celebrated at all.
Of course, retailers who stick Americans with millions of dollars in credit card debt would disagree.

Answer 9

Yeah, I'm sure that all that "Peace on Earth, good will toward men" stuff would really bother Him. And giving gifts...helping the less fortunate...celebrating God's love for humankind...

I mean, how could Jesus actually be Ok with any of that?

Answer 10

He'd probably be waiting in line for a PS3 with the rest of the losers.

Answer 11

Here is what I think He might think......

Letter From Jesus Christ, concerning His birthday celebration.

Dear children,

It has come to my attention that many of you are upset that folks are taking My name out of the season. Maybe you've forgotten that I wasn't actually born during this time of the year and that it was some of you're predecessors who decided to celebrate My birthday on what was actually a time of pagan festival. Although I do appreciate being remembered anytime.


How I personally feel about this celebration can probably be most easily understood by those of you who have been blessed with children of your own. I don't care what you call the day. If you want to celebrate My birth just, GET ALONG AND LOVE ONE ANOTHER. Now, having said that let Me go on.

If it bothers you that the town in which you live doesn't allow a scene depicting My birth, then just get rid of a couple of Santa's and snowmen and put in a small Nativity scene on your own front lawn. If all My followers did that there wouldn't be any need for such a scene on the town square because there would be many of them all around town.



Stop worrying about the fact that people are calling the tree a holiday tree, instead of a Christmas tree. It was I who made all trees. You can & may remember Me anytime you see any tree. Decorate a grape vine if you wish: I actually spoke of that one in a teaching explaining who I am in relation to you & what each of our tasks were. If you have forgot that one, look up John 15: 1 - 8.



If you want to give Me a present in remembrance of My birth here is my wish list. Choose something from it.


1. Instead of writing protest letters objecting to the way My birthday is being celebrated, write letters of love and hope to soldiers away from home. They are terribly afraid and lonely this time of year. I know, they tell Me all the time.



2. Visit someone in a nursing home. You don't have to know them personally. They just need to know that someone cares about them.


3. Instead of writing George complaining about the wording on the cards his staff sent out this year, why don't you write and tell him that you'll be praying for him and his family this year. Then follow up. It will be nice hearing from you again.



4. Instead of giving your children a lot of gifts you can't afford and they don't need, spend time with them. Tell them the story of My birth, and why I came to live with you down here. Hold them in your arms and remind them that I love them.



5. Pick someone that has hurt you in the past and forgive him or her.



6. Did you know that someone in your town will attempt to take his own life this season because he feels so alone and hopeless? Since you don't know who that person is, try giving everyone you meet a warm smile it could make the difference. Also, you might consider supporting the local Hot-Line: they talk with people like that every day.



7. Instead of nit picking about what the retailer in your town calls the holiday, be patient with the people who work there. Give them a warm smile and a kind word. Even if they aren't allowed to wish you a "Merry Christmas" that doesn't keep you from wishing them one.


8. If you really want to make a difference, support a missionary, especially one who takes My love & Good News to those who have never heard My name. You may already know someone like that.



9. Here's a good one. There are individuals & whole families in your town who not only will have no "Christmas" tree, but neither will they have any presents to give or receive. If you don't know them (and I suspect you don't) buy some food & a few gifts & give them to the Marines, the Salvation Army or some other charity which believes in Me & they will make the delivery for you.



10. Finally if you want to make a statement about your belief in and loyalty to Me, then behave like a Christian. Don't do things in secret that you wouldn't do in My presence. Let people know by your actions that you are one of mine.

P.S Don't forget; I am God and can take care of Myself. Just love Me & do what I have told you to do. I'll take care of all the rest. Check out the list above & get to work; time is short. I'll help you, but the ball is now in your court. And do have a most blessed Christmas with all those whom you love and remember,



I LOVE YOU