how is christmas a pagan holiday

Christmas has its roots in the pagan holiday of the Winter Solstice, which was celebrated by many ancient cultures. This celebration marked the shortest day of the year and was often associated with the birth of a new sun or the return of the light after the darkness of winter. It was a time for feasting and gathering with loved ones. Over time, this pagan holiday evolved into the modern Christmas, but many of the traditions and customs associated with Christmas have their origins in pagan traditions.