who christmas

Christmas is a widely celebrated holiday that has become synonymous with the exchange of gifts, the gathering of family and friends, and the sharing of goodwill and cheer. It originated in the 4th century as a pagan holiday, but was adopted by the Christian church in the 9th century and became a Christian feast day in the 11th century. It is now celebrated by people of many faiths and cultures around the world. The primary focus of the holiday is the birth of Jesus Christ, but it has also become a time to celebrate family and community.