The focus on the Bible. Another reason some Christians avoid Christmas is their focus on biblical teachings. They note that the Bible doesn’t command Christians to celebrate Jesus’ birth.

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The tradition of Christians celebrating Christmas in December came several centuries after Jesus's death, right after Roman Emperor Constantine converted to Christianity in 312 A.D.

Here’s a breakdown of the origin of Christmas, when it’s estimated Jesus was born and where some of our most beloved Christmas traditions come from.