is christmas considered a pagan holiday

While the origins of Christmas can be traced back to pagan traditions, the modern celebration of Christmas as a Christian holiday is based on the birth of Jesus Christ. The specific date of December 25th was chosen by the church to coincide with existing pagan winter solstice celebrations, but the true meaning of Christmas is based on the Christian faith. As a result, it is not considered a strictly pagan holiday, but rather a celebration with elements of both pagan and Christian traditions.