
Holidays and Celebrations - JW.ORG
The World Book Encyclopedia (1982) observes under “Christmas”: “During the 1600’s . . . Christmas was outlawed in England and in parts of the English colonies in America.” Since …
The Truth About Christmas - JW.ORG
The custom: Christmas giving is unusual in that it largely involves an exchange of gifts, and the Christmas season is marked by partying, feasting, and drinking. Its roots: Ancient Roman …
What is the real meaning of Christmas? - Grace to You
Christmas is not about the Savior's infancy; it is about His deity. The humble birth of Jesus Christ was never intended to conceal the reality that God was being born into the world. But the …
Why Don’t Jehovah’s Witnesses Celebrate Christmas? - JW.ORG
Myth: You miss out on the “Christmas spirit” of generosity, peace on earth, and goodwill toward men. Fact: We strive to be generous and peaceable every day. ( Proverbs 11:25; Romans …
Why do we celebrate Christmas on December 25? - Grace to You
The decision to celebrate Christmas on December 25 was made sometime during the fourth century by church bishops in Rome. They had a specific reason for doing so. Having turned …
Why do so many people miss the real meaning of Christmas?
Because although many celebrate Christmas every year, most don't know what it's about. In spite of all the media promotion of Christmas, the majority of people will miss it because it has …
Why Do Some People Not Celebrate Christmas? | Q & A - JW.ORG
2012年12月1日 · It adds that to the Puritans, “Christmas was nothing but a pagan festival covered with a Christian veneer.” That brings us to a fourth reason: The unsavory origin of the …
Christmas Prophecies Fulfilled - Grace to You
2006年12月24日 · Subject to Import Tax. Please be aware that these items are sent out from our office in the UK. Since the UK is now no longer a member of the EU, you may be charged an …
The Theology of Christmas - Grace to You
2009年12月20日 · To put it mildly, Christmas is a little bit confusing to the watching world, I’m pretty sure. I never really get over that. Year after year, I’m struck by the paradoxes of …
The Mystery of Christmas - Grace to You
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