ChristmasPosts and articles about ChristmasBlogDaniel GoodmanWhat is the significance of wreaths and advent candles?What is Advent? Advent, (from Latin adventus, “coming”), in the Christian church calendar and is the period of spiritual preparation for Christmas. Advent is a ...BlogJon AratenHow To Decorate Your Home For Christmas: Top TipsNeed ideas for how to decorate your home for Christmas and make it feel festive and merry whilst centered around the biblical meaning and celebration of Jesus? ...BlogAlonaChristmas gifts from Bethlehem IsraelBring the Bible to life through Olive Wood carvings and art and nativity scenes This year, crowds of pilgrims from all over the world are set to gather in Mange...BlogAlonaChristmas dinner tips, planning and preparations Hosting Christmas dinner for the first time is super exciting, but can seem a daunting task. It might seem like there’s too much to plan and organize, especiall...BlogAmy-Leigh IdasIt's beginning to feel a lot like Christmas. With just under one month away from the most celebrated holiday of the year, we are in this article going to dive into how the holy land prepares and celebrates Christmas. There are several key and significant cities in Israel that had a large historical role in the life of Jesus. In this article, we will take a look at 3 cities i...Blog Itai SchimmelThe artisanal Christian subscription box from the Holy Land, take us inside their Jerusalem box - Israel How can you bring Jerusalem into your home in America? How can you experience the Holy city where Jesus walked? Artza, the artisanal Christian subscription of...CommunityHow do you say Merry Christmas in Israel?I know they predominantly speak Hebrew in the holy land, Israel, so how would you say Merry Christmas?CommunityDoes Bethlehem decorate for Christmas?I'm wondering if Bethlehem puts up Christmas trees and lights? If so, when is the best time to go to the holy land to see the festivities?CommunityWhat traditional food do people eat in Bethlehem for Christmas?This year, I want to do an Israeli-themed Christmas eve for my mom since she has always wanted to go there. What traditions do they have, and what food do they...CommunityWas Christmas originally a pagan holiday?I grew up celebrating Christmas as a Christian holiday and the birthday of Christ. Recently, I got to know a Jehovah's Witness, and she explained to me that the...CommunityWhat fun religious Christmas songs do you know?Hi, I'm looking for some popular and upbeat Christmas hymns for Sunday school. We're arranging a big weekend of worship and games for kids. Any ideas? CommunityHow does Israel decorate for Christmas?I wondered whether the holy land decorates for the Christmas celebration are the same as we do in the UK. Are there Christmas trees and lights? CommunityIs Christmas a good time to visit Tel Aviv, Israel?Hello everyone. I want to take my family to Tel Aviv in Israel for the December holidays and celebrate Christmas there. How's the weather that time of the year?...CommunityBest Christian family gifts for Christmas?I am visiting a family of 4 (2 children, husband, and wife) over the Christmas holidays, and I would like to get each of them a gift. But I am at a bit of a lo...CommunityBest Christmas gift ideas for my bible study group?Hey everyone, I'm in a religious bible study group where we do bible journaling, and we'll be exchanging Christmas gifts. I'm looking for faith-based gifts, any...CommunityWhat are the best Christmas songs about Jesus?Hi all, I'm looking to put together a Christian music playlist for Christmas this year. Any suggestions fr some great religious Christmas songs?CommunityHow do you celebrate Christmas in Christ-centered ways?Hello everyone, I grew up with Christmas as just a fun thing to do, with no tradition or religious attachments. But, I've grown up, and I have found God in my l...CommunityHow do I stay focused on Jesus through Christmas?I'm wondering overall how to stay focused on Jesus, and I thought that maybe Christmas would be a good place t start. How do you do to have your Christmas Chris...CommunityWhat is the spiritual significance of frankincense in the Bible?Do frankincense and myrrh incense carry any special meaning when burnt on Christmas eve?CommunityWhich star did the three wise men follow in the bible?Hi, which star did the three wise men follow to Bethlehem? I want to tell the story to my children on Christmas eve and possibly even be able to point out the s...CommunityWhat is the purest form of frankincense?KW: Where does frankincense come from, best frankincense in the world, benefits of frankincense, frankincense for ChristmasAnswersPetal MashrakiWhat Are the Most Loved Christmas Traditions?Christmas is a cherished holiday celebrated by millions of people across the globe. Each community has its own unique Christmas traditions, and here are some of...CommunityWhat does Magi mean in the Bible?So I know that they were called the three wise men, but I recently learned that they were also called the Magi. Did this name mean anything in particular in the...BlogAlice Bassett Fun Family Christmas Traditions That Your Kids Will LoveThe festive season is upon us, and so we begin to break out the old family traditions with our loved ones. It may, however, be time to start adopting new Christ...BlogMarie-Claire De VilliersBest Christmas Gifts From the Holy LandOverflowing with fertile olive groves and home to many incredible artists and artisans, the Holy Land is the perfect place to source personalized, meaningful Ch...CommunityWhy is it significant that Jesus was born in a manger?Why did Mary lay Jesus in a manger in the nativity scene? CommunityIs Christmas a celebration of love?If so, why is it seen that way? How do you show love at Christmas?CommunityIs Christmas a time of forgiveness?What is Christmas truly a time for? Is it love or forgiveness? Or is it just to celebrate the birth of Jesus?AnswersPetal MashrakiChristmas Gift Ideas for Your NeighborsChristmas is a time for spreading goodwill and kindness. We can spread that goodwill beyond our friends and family by giving Christmas gifts to our neighbors. B...BlogPetal MashrakiChristmas Gifting Ideas for Your Religious GrandparentsIf you have a religious grandma or religious grandpa you need to choose faith-based gifts for Christmas. There are many Christian gift ideas, but some are more ...BlogPetal Mashraki5 Ways to Keep Christ in ChristmasSometimes the tinsel, bright lights, and presents can distract from the real reason for Christmas - the celebration of Jesus' birth. It is important to find way...AnswersPetal MashrakiWhat Are the 12 Days of Christmas?The 12 Days of Christmas is a Christmas carol dating back to the 1800s. The song counts an increasing number of gifts given each day, starting on Christmas Day ...AnswersCarmen SlabbertHow Is Christmas Celebrated in Israel?Christmas is a special time of the year and the Christian festivities are celebrated worldwide, honoring the birth of Jesus Christ with friends and family. Cele...BlogCarmen SlabbertThe Most Popular Symbols of Christmas and Their MeaningsChristmas Day is a western custom that has come to be celebrated all over the world. It is a holiday packed with symbolism and rituals that are filled with hist...BlogCarmen SlabbertMeaningful Ways That Christians Can Celebrate Christmas at HomeWith the Covid-19 pandemic that hit the world hard, celebrating Christmas as a family can be difficult. In most countries, it is still prohibited to have social...BlogCarmen SlabbertWhat Does the Bible Say About Christmas? On 25 December, the birth of Jesus is celebrated all around the world. A westernized custom that many people have adapted to their own cultures and believes. Le...CommunityWhat should I get my religious parents for Christmas?Hi, I'm not sure what to get my mom and dad for Christmas. They're quite religious Christians, so I was pondering a wooden cross for their wall. However, I'm no...CommunityWhen and where can we see the star of Bethlehem?Hey, I'm busy planning an itinerary for our trip to Israel. We would all love to see the Christmas star. Where do we have to go and when is the best time to se...CommunityIs the Christmas star the Star of Bethlehem?Some people talk about the Christmas star and others talk about the star of Bethlehem, there is also the star of King David. So many stars going around have me ...CommunityIs a Bible a good Christmas gift?Should I get a bible as a Christmas gift for a Christian friend of one? If yes, what is the best version of the bible I should get? (There are so many) Englis...CommunityDoes Santa Claus exist in Christianity?Does the bible say anything about Santa Claus? I've been inspecting Christmas, and it seems that it is a great mixture of traditions and beliefs. Some from Paga...CommunityWhat are the best religious Christmas songs?I'm looking for the best Christmas songs about Jesus to spread our Christmas cheer around the house as we put up decorations. Do any popular or favorite Christi...AnswersCarmen SlabbertHow Do Israelis in Jerusalem Celebrate Christmas?Christmas in Israel is a delightful and significant event for Christians, but it is less commercialized than Western cultures. It comes from the historical and ...CommunityIs the Church of the Nativity really where Jesus was born?Hi, I thought Jesus was born in December in a barn in Bethlehem, Jerusalem. But recently, I've been told he was born in the Church of Nativity? Is this church a...CommunityChristmas vs. Epiphany: What are the Differences?I recently heard that the Catholics celebrate Epiphany. Is this the same as Christmas for other Christians? In Catholicism, was Jesus considered to be born on t...CommunityIs December a good time to visit Jerusalem, Israel?Hi guys, I want to take my mom to the holy land of Jerusalem for Christmas. She has never been there and always wanted to go. How is the weather that time of t...CommunityWhat are good Bible verses for Christmas Cards?Hi, I'm busy preparing for Christmas festivities with my family, and I've decided to give each one a personalized card with a bible verse on it. I'm looking fo...