why is christmas on 25th december

Christmas is celebrated on December 25th because it is believed to be the birth date of Jesus Christ, the central figure of Christianity. According to the Bible, Jesus was born in Bethlehem to Mary and Joseph and was heralded by a star in the sky. His birth was seen as a divine miracle and a sign of hope for the world. Therefore, many Christians celebrate Christmas as a time to remember the birth of Jesus and the gift of his teachings.