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The True Meaning of Christmas: The Birth of Jesus and the Origins of the Season (Paperback) by Augustine Institute, Ignatius Press, Michael Barber is a religious work available to read on EtoBox.

What is The True Meaning of Christmas: The Birth of Jesus and the Origins of the Season (Paperback) about?

"What does the Bible really say about the birth of Jesus? How did the celebration of Christmas become associated with things like Santa Claus and decorated trees? In The True Meaning of Christmas: The Birth of Jesus and the Origins of the Season, biblical scholar Michael Patrick Barber offers an inspiring look at the Bible's accounts of Jesus' birth and the development of the Christmas season. Along the way, he answers numerous questions, including: How is the Christmas story related to ancient Jewish expectations? Why is Jesus said to be laid in a 'manger?' Who are the Magi? What is the mysterious Christmas star? How did December 25th become the date of Christmas? How did Saint Nicholas become 'Santa Claus?' As Dr. Barber will show, to find our way "home" at Christmas, we need to first return to Christmas's home in the story of the Bible. Only by carefully reflecting on the stories of Jesus' birth can we hope to celebrate Christmas in the way it is meant to be celebrated and discover the real joy it promises!" -- Amazon

Who reads The True Meaning of Christmas: The Birth of Jesus and the Origins of the Season (Paperback)?

It is typically read by readers engaging with religious study and devotional practice.

Common subject areas: religion, theology.

Author
Augustine Institute, Ignatius Press, Michael Barber
Publisher
Augustine Institute and Ignatius Press
Published
2021
Language
EN
ISBN
9781950939855
Category
religious
Rating
4.8 / 5 (127 ratings)
Updated
2026-03-14

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