The pope says without Christmas one cant fully understand Christianity

The pope says that to understand the deep meaning of Christianity one must understand the depth of Christmas.

This was the topic at the popes weekly general audience one day before Christmas Eve. Benedict XVI says this celebration has given a new dimension to the Christian faith because God has showed a new way of living and loving.

Hippolytus of Rome was the first to state clearly that Jesus was born December 25th. It was in the year 204. But it wasnt until the Middle Ages that St. Francis of Assisi began the tradition to celebrate Christmas. Up until that point, the only recognized celebration was Easter.

Benedict XVI
This Christmas, may the Lord grant us simplicity of heart, so that we may recognize his presence and love in the lowly Babe of Bethlehem, and, like the shepherds, return to our homes filled with ineffable joy and gladness.


St. Francis of Assisi also started the tradition to set up a Nativity scene and worship Christs humanity.

The pope wishes everyone to be filled with love, joy and happiness, this Christmas because God, with the coming of the child, is close to everyone and keeps a close relationship with all.


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[gwyn1971]

CATHOLICS PLEASE DEMAND- CONSECRATE RUSSIA TO THE IMMACULATE HEART NOW! Before it is too late!!!

[AceofDimonds0]

christians are so funny

[stev1212]

Where in the bible does it say jesus was born on the 25th? Id like the chapter please.

[yokowich]

God bless us everyone