jesus wasn't even born in december....
2006-12-13 17:01:05 · 14 answers · asked by heart'sbreath 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Ever hear of the whole self righteous disease that consumes Christianity? Yeah, that's why.
2006-12-13 17:03:07 · answer #1 · answered by Jerse 3 · 1⤊ 2⤋
As a Christian (not Catholic), it is clear the Bible does not instruct to celebrate the birth of Jesus, nor does it indicate a date. Also, only a small part of the Bible deals with the event. Catholicism created Christ-mass (incidently a mass is a ceremony to commemorate a death) in response to the Pagan celebration of Saturnalia which celebrated the Winter Solstice with, of all things, decorated trees and gift-giving.
Many "Christ-based" religions, most of which are erroneous and have strayed from the original early church, have embraced the holiday, some actually believing it as truth. It is correct, as you have pointed out, that Christ was not and, by Biblical evidence alone, could not have been born in the month of December. From what I have found through historical and astronomical accounts, Jesus was born September 11, 3 BC. Even if this is accurate, there is no expectation to celebrate this date. His life, death, and resurrection have far greater importance, and should be celebrated everyday of the year.
Also of interest, Christ, who was born in the line of David (both Mary and Joseph) was prophesied and expected by the Jews. However they did not acknowledge him as their Messiah. The only ones that did were the Magi who brought gifts when Jesus was approximately two years of age. These men, and there were more than three, were pagan wise men of Zoroastrianism from Babylon. They were highly advanced in astronomy.
Why did they, as pagans, believe and how did they foresee his coming? Because the prophet Daniel had written his prophecies while in Babylon and these men took the writings as literal. Daniel's prophecies were so precise, they knew when the time was near and what signs to look for.
2006-12-13 17:31:03 · answer #2 · answered by GreaseMonkey 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When Christianity came to the pagan countries - i.e. England and Europe, the Church wanted to replace the pagan festivels with Christian ones, hence Christ's birth is now celebrated in December and Easter is celebrated in March/April
We know those are not the real dates (those have long been forgotten) but they are the dates we choose to remember.
For Christians Christmas is the day we choose to celebrate the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ. Hence - CHRISTmas.
Being a Christian is not just about celebrating special days but walking EVERY day with Christ.
May everyone see His face this Christmas and always!!!
2006-12-13 17:11:53 · answer #3 · answered by much2muchcoffee 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
He was born on April 17, but why change tradition now. We just found out when He was born.
Early church leaders took pagan days and changed it to christian celebrations. If you were a church leader at that time you might have done the same thing.
MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR.
2006-12-13 17:09:45 · answer #4 · answered by rapturefuture 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Historical truth is an "inconvenient" truth. When it comes to denial, organized religion is right up there with GWB. Unfortunately, the emphasis isn't placed on following the teaching; emphasis seems to be placed on strict control. They forced Galileo to say the Earth is the center, after all. I wish the message was more important than the cross & nails, but that's just my idea. The Golden Rule, what a gem.
2006-12-13 17:15:54 · answer #5 · answered by S. B. 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know, but I celebrate Jesus Birth... I don't know the pagan traditions, I glorify my Heavenly Father, and that's all He asks me to do in relation to Holidays (and everyday)
If it is a stumbling block to your faith, I will remove my Christmas Tree and get creative in how I celebrate Christmas.
2006-12-13 17:16:06 · answer #6 · answered by Abbasangel 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
So did these pagans celebrate the birth of Jesus? Because that's why I celebrate Christmas.
2006-12-13 17:08:16 · answer #7 · answered by ICUD 3 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Because like everything else that has to do with religion. They don't care about the truth. They only want to feel good about themselves.
2006-12-13 17:08:30 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Why are idiots so quick to ask such a stupid question?
Why are there so many freaks that dont celebrate Christmas? Ever hear of live and let live? Of course not! I blame your parents for raising you badly. Offended? :D
2006-12-13 17:08:42 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
Because they are told that to be good Christians they must.
2006-12-13 17:06:06 · answer #10 · answered by Stephen 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋