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Orthodox Christmas around the world



Orthodox Christmas is a religious holiday celebrated by Orthodox Christians around the world. It is a time to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, who is seen as the Son of God and the savior of humanity.

Orthodox Christmas is typically observed on January 7th, according to the Julian calendar, which is used by many Orthodox churches. This date corresponds to December 25th on the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used in the western world.

Orthodox Christmas is a time of great celebration and joy for Orthodox Christians. Many people attend special church services, where they sing hymns, pray, and hear readings from the Bible. Many people also exchange gifts and spend time with loved ones.

In some countries, Orthodox Christmas is a national holiday and is celebrated with parades, parties, and other public events. In others, it is a more private and intimate celebration, with people coming together in their homes and churches to mark the occasion.

Regardless of how it is observed, Orthodox Christmas is a time of hope, love, and renewal for Orthodox Christians, and is a reminder of the transformative power of Jesus' message of love and redemption.



2025

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Country
Tue 07 Jan
Tue 07 Jan
Tue 07 Jan
Tue 07 Jan

2026

Date
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Wed 07 Jan
Wed 07 Jan
Wed 07 Jan
Wed 07 Jan

2027

Date
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Thu 07 Jan
Thu 07 Jan
Thu 07 Jan
Thu 07 Jan

2028

Date
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Fri 07 Jan
Fri 07 Jan
Fri 07 Jan
Fri 07 Jan