23One of the most widely celebrated festivals across the world, Christmas commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ, a central figure in Christianity. The festival is celebrated with great enthusiasm and fervour by not just Christians but also people of other faiths on December 25th every year. The story unfolds in Bethlehem, where a young virgin named Mary, gave birth to Jesus in a humble manger. According to Christian belief, Jesus is the Son of God, who came to Earth to bring salvation and reconcile humanity with the divine.
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Over the years, apart from religious reasons, Christmas has evolved into a cultural and festive extravaganza. In Western countries, the holiday season starts in late November and extends through December and it is marked by various traditions and celebrations. Families and close friends gather together to decorate the Christmas trees, exchange gifts, and festival feasting. The custom of giving gifts is a symbolic gesture based on the biblical story of the Magi who presented gifts to the newborn Jesus.
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Christmas is also a time for people to be kind to others, and spread joy. It is also a time for many to self-reflect on the year that went by, express their gratitude for all that they have, and be generous, especially to the poor and needy. Many people also engage in acts of charity and kindness during this time of the year.
Here we share some beautiful quotes that reflect the religious significance of Christmas, emphasizing the birth of Jesus Christ and the joyous message of salvation.
1. And the angel said unto them, "Fear not! For, behold, I bring you tidings of great joy, Which shall be to all people. "For unto you is born this day in the city of David A Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. And this shall be a sign unto you: Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger." - Luke 2:10-12
2. "For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord." - Luke 2:11
3. "And she will bring forth a Son, and you shall call His name Jesus, for He will save His people from their sins." - Matthew 1:21
4. "Today in the town of David, a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord." - Luke 2:11 (NIV)
5. "The true light, which gives light to everyone, was coming into the world." - John 1:9
6. "And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth." - John 1:14
7. "When they saw the star, they rejoiced exceedingly with great joy." - Matthew 2:10
8. "And this will be a sign for you: you will find a baby wrapped in swaddling cloths and lying in a manger." - Luke 2:12
9. "The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel (which means 'God with us')." - Matthew 1:23 (NIV)
10. "But the angel said to them, 'Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people.'" - Luke 2:10 (NIV)
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11. "The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us." - John 1:14
12. "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men." - Luke 2:14
13. "And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people." - Luke 2:10
14. "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life." - John 3:16
15. "When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceeding great joy." - Matthew 2:10
16. "And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn." - Luke 2:7
17. "And all they that heard it wondered at those things which were told them by the shepherds." - Luke 2:18
18. "And thou, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, art not the least among the princes of Judah: for out of thee shall come a Governor, that shall rule my people Israel." - Matthew 2:6
19. "And when they were come into the house, they saw the young child with Mary his mother, and fell down, and worshipped him." - Matthew 2:11
20. "Behold, a virgin shall be with child, and shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us." - Matthew 1:23
