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Why is christmas dec 25?

Anonymous

∙ 12y ago

Updated: 9/28/2023

It is said that December 25 is the birthday of Jesus, and when it was first celebrated people chose the date because it was so close to the WInter Solstice.

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∙ 12y ago

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