The Story of Christmas
by Barbara Cooney
Illustrated by Loretta Krupinski

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Christmas is the Christian holiday commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ in Bethlehem, who Christians believe is the Son of God.

The story of Christmas can be found in two Gospels of the New Testament, the books of St. Matthew and St. Luke. It is from these accounts that many of the symbols and traditions of the holiday grew.

Christmas is a religious holiday, and in the United States the traditions surrounding Christmas have provided the basis for a secular Winter festival of celebration and gift giving.

Greetings: Merry Christmas is universally understood!

When is Christmas?
The Story of Christmas
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