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 …

Apr 22, 2026 · 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, …

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 …

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 …

Jan 23, 2026 · Why is Christmas Day on the 25th? Christmas traditions, folklore, recipes, crafts, and more from The Old Farmer's Almanac. All about Christmas 2026!

Dec 25, 2025 · While “Christmas” explicitly references Christ, “Xmas” is a shortened form that preserves centuries-old Christian symbolism. Both terms are widely seen on cards, posters, banners, and other …

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, …