# Why Christians Celebrate Christmas

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Podcast: [The Righteousness and Justice Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-righteousness-and-justice-podcast-6513116)
Published: 2025-12-30T06:19:28+00:00
Episode link: https://rss.com/podcasts/renewedstudio/2419657
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Duration seconds: 667

## Resource

As Christmas approaches, we see familiar sights of decorating and gift-buying, but it also brings up debates about its pagan origins. This episode explores the fascinating subject of Christmas origins and how certain holiday traditions have evolved over time. We also discuss the role of religion in these celebrations and delve into the historical context of Christmas history, including its connections to paganism and the winter solstice.

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