We released an original YouTube video! Look below to watch it.
Is Christmas really just a Christianized version of pagan festivals like Saturnalia or Sol Invictus?
You’ve probably heard that claim before, but what if the historical record tells a very different story?
In this video, we take a deep dive into the true origins of Christmas, tracing how and why early Christians developed the celebration of Christ’s birth. From the early church’s rejection of pagan birthday customs, to the rise of Epiphany, to the theological reasoning behind December 25th, the history of Christmas turns out to be far more intentional (and far more Christian) than most people realize.
So the next time someone brings up “pagan Christmas,” you’ll know the real story.
