Christmas Celebration Quiz

December 25 is celebrated as the birthdate of Jesus Christ, and it is also the traditional date of the winter solstice on the Roman calendar. It is exactly nine months after Annunciation on March 25, which is also the date of the spring equinox.

The traditional Christmas narrative recounts the Nativity of Jesus, stating that Jesus was born in Bethlehem in accordance with messianic prophecies. Joseph and Mary were offered a stable where the Christ Child was born, with angels proclaiming this news to shepherds who then spread the word.

Christmastide historically in the West lasts twelve days and culminates on Twelfth Night, marking the festive season following Christmas Day and the birth of Jesus Christ.

<p>Christmas is celebrated religiously by a majority of Christians and is also culturally celebrated by many non-Christians. It forms an integral part of the holiday season organized around it and is a public holiday in many countries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The early church fixed the date as December 25, which corresponds to the traditional date of the winter solstice on the Roman calendar. This date is also exactly nine months after Annunciation on March 25, the date of the spring equinox.</p> Signup and view all the answers