Xmas (also X-mas) is a common abbreviation of the word Christmas. It is sometimes pronounced / ˈɛksməs /, but Xmas, and variants such as Xtemass, originated as handwriting abbreviations for the …

3 days ago · Christmas, Christian festival celebrating the birth of Jesus. Since the early 20th century, Christmas has also been a secular family holiday, observed by Christians and non-Christians alike, …

1 day ago · Originally a Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus, Christmas has evolved into a global cultural event.

Oct 27, 2009 · Christmas, celebrated annually on December 25, is a sacred religious holiday as well as a worldwide cultural and commercial phenomenon. For roughly two millennia, people around the …

Dec 11, 2025 · When you say "Merry Christmas," you're tapping into a holiday with roots deeper than a pine tree's. The origins of Christmas stretch across centuries, cultures, and calendars, blending …

Nov 5, 2025 · Christmas is the celebration of Jesus Christ’s birth—the incarnation of God with us. Beyond gifts and traditions, its core meaning is worshiping the Savior who came to bring hope, …

Christmas is celebrated on December 25 as both a Christian holiday and a global cultural tradition. It honors the birth of Jesus Christ and includes festive customs like gift-giving, decorations, and …

Dec 13, 2025 · Christmas is full of surprising traditions, sayings, and customs—many with origins that go back centuries. From the meaning of phrases like “Jiminy Christmas” and “Godspeed” to the history …

Xmas is a widely recognised abbreviation for the word Christmas. Contrary to popular belief, the use of Xmas is not an attempt to secularise or commercialise the holiday. Rather, its origins are deeply …

Dec 10, 2024 · Christmas (or Xmas in short) in the USA is celebrated by approximately 90% of the population, with some considering it the most important time of the year. Families from across the …