The History of Christmas is linked with the story of the birth of Jesus Christ, who is worshipped as the Son of God by Christians worldwide. The History of Christmas Festival can be traced back through the ages to the beginning of Christianity. Today Christmas is observed with great joy and merriment, and also with church services, prayers and a famous Midnight Mass at St Paul's Cathedral in Vatican City.
His Holiness the Pope, who is the spiritual leader of Catholics, a leading sect of Christianity, prays for the good of humanity and reminds everyone of Christ's message of love and brotherhood, which is symbolized by the Christmas
According to the history of Christmas, Jesus Christ, the Son of God, was born to his mother Mary, in a humble manger in the small town of Bethlehem in modern day Israel. A shining star appeared in the sky over Bethlehem and guided Three Wise Men to the small manger where the Christ Child lay. The Three Kings brought gifts of Gold Frankincense and Myrrh for the Baby Jesus, because they recognized this child was going to be the savior or Messiah of his chosen people.
With the birth of the infant Jesus the History of Christmas began and has grown into a worldwide celebration of love, sharing and universal joy and brotherhood. Share the celebration of the history of Christmas with Christmas Carnivals.
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