Christmas is really not christian. It is not even recorded in the bible. Nobody really knows when Jesus was actually born... and none of Jesus followers celebrated Jesus's birthday. Christmas is celebrated by atheists, pagans, and none christians who just look forward to partying and drinking.
I doubt very much Jesus would want to be part of this worldly and wicked holiday.
2006-12-19 09:54:01 · 28 answers · asked by sfumato1002 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I gave you a thumbs up, you are correct, this is not pleasing to Jesus. Celebrating of birthdays in the Bible was considered Pagan, Jesus and his disciples never took part in them. Interesting that Jesus never gave us a date of when he was born. He did however instruct his followers to observe his sacrificial death; Luke 22:19, 1 Cor. 11:26.
Christmas however,
is in-twined w/paganism no doubt, but most people don't realize that the very setting is all lies; the backdrop of the whole Magi thing for instance, they were in-fact astrologers who went first to Herod; who wanted to have Jesus killed. Please read the account in Matt. 2:1-16
Many people hold on to this because it is a tradition. Mark 7, Jesus reproves the Scribes and Pharisees for holding on to their traditions. So the question is--is holding on to this tradition pleasing to God and his reigning son Christ Jesus.
2006-12-20 08:06:56 · answer #1 · answered by nicky 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The Winter Solstice is not a "wicked holiday." It's a day to celebrate that the days will become longer again, and there is nothing wrong with partying with friends and family to celebrate. Not everyone drinks anyway. Yes, the decorations, colors, gift-giving, generosity, spending time with family, and so forth all originate from Pagan traditions. Then again, a lot of things within Christianity were influenced by pre-Christian religions.
I will celebrate Yule, and I am a Pagan; I have never been very fond of Christmas. Christians celebrate Christmas. Pagans/Wiccans celebrate Yule. Atheists may celebrate the Winter Solstice or Festivus, or even Christmas from a secular perspective.
Jesus was probably born in the summer, but the exact date is unknown.
2006-12-19 10:03:20 · answer #2 · answered by Mrs. Pears 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
It is just a day. Spend it however you want. If as a Christian you spend it glorifying and celebrating God I'm sure that's a good idea.
Remember why Christmas was chosen for Dec 25th. It was a Pagan celebration of the light coming back into the world after the winter solstice. Christianity mirrors this. Christmas celebrates the Light, Jesus, rather than the sun's light. If it helps you, you can think of Christmas as the fulfilment of the holiday's meaning.
You are never going to have a completely pure day where everyone spends it the way you'd like them to. You only have control about what you do with Christmas. If other people get drunk it doesn't have to cheapen the day for you.
2006-12-19 10:00:05 · answer #3 · answered by Nog 3 · 5⤊ 1⤋
Yes, we celebrate Christmas, perhaps a bit differently than you. But we love to be with our friends and family and share in the festivities. I have gone to parties where there were both Christians and atheists and we had a great time together. Its only on Yahoo we Christians and atheist don't seem to get along. Of course we go to Church and have special services that are very meaningful. Its OK to party, just keep your head. good advice for all people. Oh and Jesus likes to be with people, He just wouldn't act like a fool, but you would enjoy His company. Happy Holidays.
2006-12-19 10:03:09 · answer #4 · answered by angel 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
In order to make the transition to Christianity easier on people, Catholic missionaries would often take existing pagan practices and "Christianize" them. By doing this, they would literally be able to coax people into checking out Christianity. They would take a pagan practice such as the tree that represented new life in the dead of winter, and make it represent a the coming of a new life through the birth of Jesus Christ.
A contemporary example of this is would be Contemporary Christian music. It takes secular sounds (i.e. pop, rock, country, rap, etc.) and uses them as a vehicle for delivering the gospel message.
It's sort of sneaky, but it has worked very well since its first inception.
In short, we're not celebrating a pagan holiday, so-called modern pagans are merely grasping at ancient, dead practices.
2006-12-19 10:04:32 · answer #5 · answered by kenrayf 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
My family will be celebrating the birth of our Lord and savior. We have looked at the lights in different communities and gone to a play. On Christmas day, we will read the Christmas story and have a diner. No gifts this year, fed up with the commercialism. We donated to a charity.This is the first year for this kind of Christmas, and I feel great about it. My children are grown, so I told them I would buy them some needed items in January.
2006-12-19 10:10:05 · answer #6 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Easter is pagan. First of all, December 25 is not actually Christs birthday, it is in fact the day he was conceived, not born. But thats okay, no big deal. As far as the Christmas tree, The Father describes himself to us in Scripture as an evergreen tree, always the same, never changing -- this is why we have a Christmas tree. As far as the gift-giving goes, yes, its tradition of man. Now with easter, theres a problem, because they want to roll easter eggs at the same time Jesus paid an awesome price for our sins on the cross. The Scripture states that even Jesus celebrated passover - thats the correct Holiday, not easter. But Christians seem to think its only for the Jewish, which is so stupid because i ask you: How can you get anymore Christian than Jesus Christ himself? He is our high priest, our King. It was celebrated by Jesus, but what, its not good enough for Christians?? Well, when he returns, there will be alot of correcting going on, and boy are some folks ever ripe and ready for it......
2006-12-19 10:04:49 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 4⤋
Christmas replaced into in no way a Pagan trip. Pagans rejoice the wintry climate Solstice...the shortest day and the longest evening of the year, the return of the solar. Christians are celebrating the delivery of their Savior. they might fall close yet they are 2 very separate trip journeys. BTW, I appreciate the two with pals and family members.
2016-10-15 06:32:56 · answer #8 · answered by farraj 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ummm, first of all, Christians would celebrate Jesus (Christ's) birth no matter if it was in June. For who knows what reason it got melded into Christmas...
Secondly - If the season is all about family, giving, celebrating and being thankful to God... I think Jesus would be very proud to join us in our celebrations.
I dont celebrate with Santa at all, I celebrate the parts of Christmas that mean something real to me and my family.
2006-12-19 10:01:22 · answer #9 · answered by Soon2BMommy 3 · 3⤊ 1⤋
Ok BIG difference in what we do- We definately celebrate CHRISTmas. For the name is why we celebrate it, and we honor the birth of Jesus.( and of course we do not drink, well egg nog, but without alcohol, and hot choclate for sure) Yes it does not say this in the bible, but does it forbid it? Rather it is nice to have this once a year, to really give honor and glory to God ( but we should be doing this EVERYDAY) I love this time of year, I do love the lights on the houses and the baking...seeing my kids get excited...AND I love doing devotions with them on Christmas morning...and writing "From Jesus" on their presents- and not spoiling them with too many. They know why we celebrate it, and it is not about Santa or elves....But purely rejoicing that Jesus came, died and rose again! To give him glory for salvation and praise Him! I know the death and resurrection are at Easter time---but still, God should be praised every single day, and remember being legalistic is not good. I love Christmas!
2006-12-19 09:58:34 · answer #10 · answered by Mandolyn Monkey Munch 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋