Here Is What All Religion Taught About Christmas

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First let's view CHRISTMAS From WHAT JESUS Christ SAID About 2000+ years ago, down to what other prophets and religions also taught us about it​

Philosophers have been speculating on the rules of human relationships for thousands of years, and out of all that speculation, there has evolved only one important precept. It is not new. It is as old as history and nature itself

Talk of Zoroaster, Zoroaster taught it to his followers in Persia 2500 years ago. Then Confucius preached it in China 24 centuries ago. Lao Tze, the founder of Taoism, taught it to his disciples in the valley of the Han.

Buddha preached it on the bank of the Holy Ganges 500 years before Christ. The sacred books of Hinduism taught it a thousand years before that and then came Jesus, Who also taught it among the stony hills of Judea 19 centuries ago.

On Jesus' records, Jesus summed it up in one thought, probably the most important rule in the world. Do unto others as you would have others do unto you

That one of the world-famous best writers, best seller Dale Carnegie writes it in his spectacular book, "How To Make Friends And Influence People." the same message, same teaches for ages. Now if we are to break it down "What All Religion Thaught About Christmas" and go deeper into How Each Religion Views Christmas

Here Is How The Christian Religions Celebrate Christmas​

Christmas which is always celebrated on December 25th, primarily marks the birth of Jesus Christ and is a major Christian religious holiday event across the world.

• Christianity: All branches around the world celebrate it as the birth of Jesus Christ, with various customs like advent, caroling, nativity scenes, reigns of love, etc.
• Catholicism: Yes we have the Catholicism Religion Devotees, who normally attend Midnight Mass and hope to earn grace through the sacraments while reminiscing the divine birth of Jesus Christ as their way of celebrating the event
• Protestantism: Focuses more on caroling, feasts, and gifts but also recognizes Jesus' birth.
• Eastern Orthodox Church: Celebrates Christmas according to the Julian calendar on (January 7).

Here Is How The Non-Christian Religions Celebrate Christmas​

Judaism: While Jesus is said to have been born among the Jews, The Jewish religion does not celebrate Christmas as it is not one of their festivals/holidays. Hanukkah often takes place in December though.

Islam: Muslims respect Jesus as a prophet but they don't celebrate Christmas or recognize it as one of their holidays either.

Hinduism & Buddhism: The majority of followers do not celebrate Christmas due to differing religious beliefs but some may participate in secular celebrations out of respect or curiosity for the Christian community around them.

While Atheism/agnosticism/secular humanism can acknowledge jollity/respect for this period without spiritual undertones.

It's crucial to note that individual beliefs as well as religion beliefs can differ widely within each religion; these are general trends. So as we celebrate Christmas, the birth of Jesus Christ, let's not forget his greatest rule to: Do unto others as you would have others do unto you. Sign up to this platform here