Christmas 2025: क्रिसमस को “एक्स मास” भी कहा जाता है।
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Moneycontrol14-12-2025, 12:52

Why December 25th for Christmas? History & 'X-MAS' origin.

  • Christmas is a significant Christian festival celebrated globally, symbolizing love, harmony, and happiness.
  • The exact birth date of Jesus Christ is unknown; Pope Julius I first designated December 25th for its celebration in 350 AD.
  • Roman Emperor Justinian declared December 25th a public holiday in 529 AD, formalizing the celebration.
  • The term "X-MAS" originated because December was considered the tenth month ("X" for ten in Roman numerals) in 1752 England.
  • Christmas is now celebrated by all communities, lasting about a week and promoting messages of love and joy.

Why It Matters: It explains the historical reasons for Christmas on December 25th and its global meaning.

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