Christmas History Ep. 1: When December 25 Became Christmas

Holiday History

Nov 20 2025 | 00:08:04

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Show Notes

Imagine a world where celebrating your birthday was considered sinful. Early Christians refused to celebrate Jesus's birth for over 300 years, believing only pagans and sinners marked birthdays. Then Emperor Constantine changed everything in 313 AD, turning Christianity into a political tool. Discover why December 25th wasn't chosen for religious reasons at all. Learn more at pallascenter.com/podcast.

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