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Why Do We Celebrate Christmas on December 25? ✨
- December 25 was chosen as the date to celebrate Christmas in the 4th century by Roman Christians.
- The date coincided with the winter solstice and other pagan festivals, making it easier to convert people to Christianity.
- Ancient Romans celebrated Saturnalia, a week-long festival, around the same time as Christmas.
- Another pagan celebration, Sol Invictus, also occurred on December 25.
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