The date of Christmas, December 25th, has been celebrated as the birth of Jesus Christ for thousands of years. It is believed that Jesus was born on that day in a stable in Bethlehem, and it is considered one of the most important days in Christianity. The date was established by the early church as a way to honor the birth of Jesus and the beliefs that he preached. Since then, it has become a global holiday that is celebrated by people of many faiths and cultures around the world.