Christmas 2025: The meaning of Santa at Christmas isn't just limited to gifts, but also represents God and grace. A true Santa is one who dispels darkness, despair, and suffering.
Christmas 2025: Christmas is celebrated every year on December 25th. As soon as Christmas begins, everyone from children to adults eagerly awaits Santa's arrival. Markets are decorated with Santa Clauses in red hats, white beards, and holding numerous gifts. But have you ever wondered if the real Santa Claus's role extends beyond just gifts?
The true definition of a Christmas gift
Gift-giving is common at Christmas. People greet each other with a Merry Christmas and exchange gifts. People dress up as Santa Claus and give gifts. But the true meaning of Santa Claus isn't limited to material gifts; it also represents God and grace. Nowadays, people measure gifts by price and marketable goods. But a true gift is one that provides mental peace, spiritual tranquility, and a new direction by dispelling the darkness of life. It awakens a ray of hope in even the most discouraged and brings a smile to a withered face. The birth of Jesus also conveys this message.
The Birth of Jesus: God, Grace and Gift
Christians also celebrate Christmas Day as the birthday of Lord Jesus. Although the Bible does not mention December 25th as the birth date of Jesus, many historical accounts suggest that Christmas was not celebrated before the birth of Jesus. Therefore, people celebrate Christmas as Jesus' birthday.
According to Christian beliefs, the birth of Jesus also conveys a message of love, compassion, and forgiveness. Jesus considered life's greatest gift, not material things, but only God's grace.
Who is the real Santa?
The Santa Claus you eagerly await with Christmas arrives, but do you know who the real Santa Claus was? According to history, in the 4th century, there was a Christian saint (Saint Nicholas) who was especially renowned for his kindness and for helping the poor. He secretly helped many in need. Many people followed in the footsteps of St. Nicholas, and thus, anyone who gave gifts to children and helped others like St. Nicholas became famous at Christmas as Santa Claus.
