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Who Owns December 25? The Strange Birth (and Rebirth) of a Holiday No One Can Claim
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Who Owns December 25? The Strange Birth (and Rebirth) of a Holiday No One Can Claim

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Who Owns December 25? The Strange Birth (and Rebirth) of a Holiday No One Can Claim
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Christians didn't invent December 25. Pagans didn't own it first. And the "War on Christmas"? It's been raging for 2,000 years.

The Gospels never mention when Jesus was born. Early Christians didn't celebrate Christmas for 300 years. Sohow did December 25 become the most fought-over date in human history?

Perfect for anyone who loves history deep dives, religious mysteries, and darkly funny takes on sacred cows.

⚠️Warning: Might make your next family Christmas dinner very interesting.

Happy Holidays then?

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