Christmas and why its celebrated on 25th December
Sentinel Digital Desk
Christians around the world commemorate Christmas to mark the birth of Jesus Christ who they believe to be the son of God
Christmas derives from the phrase 'Mass of Christ'
Christ was not originally a name but a title derived from the Greek word christos, which translates the Hebrew term meshiah (Messiah), meaning “the anointed one.
Bible doesn't mention December 25 as the day of Jesus's Birth
Jesus's birth period is believed to be between 6 and 4 BC
Mother Mary is believed to have received a prophecy of having a special child on March 25
The story goes that nine months later Jesus Christ was born on December 25
Christians Hold a mass service to remember Jesus Christ and his sacrifices on this day