Christian Holidays

 

    The issue that I am addressing today is, Holidays of Christianity, and how they should be Incorporated into American schools. The two major holidays I will be talking about today are Christmas and Easter. These are the most celebrated holidays of Christianity, and even people who don't participate in the religion celebrate them all around the world. I believe that all holidays around the world should be learned about in schools, so when the day of the holiday comes, students know what they are learning about. Especially Christmas and Easter since they are the most celebrated in America.

 

    According to BBC Christmas is a Christian holiday celebrated to remember the birth of Jesus Christ, also known as The Son of God. Christmas takes place in the wintertime and usually consists of feasting and celebrating with friends and family. Some Christians don't believe in giving gifts during this time; as this is the norm for the holiday. They believe that Christmas is a time of happiness, forgiveness, and being grateful for what you have. To add on, that quality time with friends and family is more important than giving and receiving gifts.

    Christmas for everyone else, consists of building snowmen, decorating with red and green, seeing Santa, and giving and receiving gifts and so much more. A lot of people participate in both areas of Christmas and others choose to celebrate just one. 

    The next Christian holiday I will be talking about is Easter. Easter celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ after he was hung on the cross, and rises from the tomb. BBC says this is the most important and sentimental holiday to the Christians. Churches are filled with flowers and pretty decorations. People sing songs and are filled with joy on this day. People also celebrate with eggs, chocolate, candy, scavenger hunts and Easter bunnies.