The ending of every year ushers in the festive season across the world with billions of people spreading happiness and smiles in the light of celebrating Christmas.
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Christmas or Yuletide as it is also referred to is a yearly festival whose main purpose remains to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ, the revered founder of Christianity. The festival is observed primarily on December 25.
Christmas is observed around the globe as a religious and cultural celebration among billions of people including Christians and non-Christians. The season promotes the spirit of giving and affection and encourages feelings of oneness and harmony.
Notable among other activities held during the Christmas period include gift-giving, family and other social gatherings, symbolic decorations, feasting and church services.
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What is correct Merry Christmas or Happy Christmas?
Merry Christmas is considered correct as compared to the phrase “Happy Christmas”. People often use the word ‘Happy’ during the new year, holidays, birthdays, and anniversaries.
However, for Christmas, ‘Merry’ is used instead of ‘Happy’. “Merry Christmas” became prevalent in the United States while “Happy Christmas” is to be the preferred phrase for those in the United Kingdom.
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