Pr. prof. Ion Ciungu
On 7 January 2025,
Eastern Orthodox Christians worldwide gathered in Bethlehem to celebrate
Christmas. The Greek Orthodox Patriarch of Jerusalem, Theophilos III, led the
Holy Mass at the Church of Nativity. Unlike most Christian denominations, the
Orthodox Church observes Christmas on this date due to its adherence to the
Julian calendar established by Julius Caesar in 45 BC. With over 200 million
followers, primarily in Eastern Europe, including significant communities in
Russia and Ukraine, these Christians distinguish themselves from those who
celebrate on 25 December under the Gregorian calendar. Ceremonies and
processions occurred globally, from Cairo to Moscow, though this year's
celebration was subdued, featuring a modest procession with few decorations.
The observance took place amid the ongoing Gaza conflict, which has lasted over
12 months without a ceasefire, casting a somber shadow over the festivities.
Despite these difficulties, Orthodox Christians remain committed to their
ancient traditions, finding strength in their faith and the significance of
celebrating in Bethlehem. https://www.instagram.com/shalomworldnews/reel/DEih7k6Nyaw/
Greek Orthodox
Patriarch Leads Midnight Mass at Nativity Church | Israel | LIVE, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=evGR8jUvypA&t=12s
Christmas Eve at the
Patriarchate of Jerusalem, https://orthodoxtimes.com/christmas-eve-at-the-patriarchate-of-jerusalem/
President of Serbia
Aleksandar Vučić spends Christmas on Mount Athos, https://orthodoxtimes.com/president-of-serbia-aleksandar-vucic-spends-christmas-on-mount-athos/
Russian President
#VladimirPutin has sent special #Christmas gifts to commanders deployed in
#Ukraine, intended to salute their bravery and boost their morale. On Orthodox
Christmas Day, Putin met with Patriarch Kirill, the head of the Russian
Orthodox Church, to extend greetings and make a special request.
He asked the Patriarch
to consecrate crosses and icons he had prepared as gifts for the commanders.
"They'll be pleased to receive these symbols of faith consecrated by
you," Putin said. The Patriarch then read a prayer and sprinkled holy
water on the gift boxes, blessing them. https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=search&v=1750666475788336&external_log_id=9c7920f4-f398-4a40-b3eb-1e4b2db08409&q=Putin%20asks%20Russian%20Orthodox%20church%20patriarch%20to%20consecrate%20Christmas%20gifts%20for%20troops%20in%20Ukraine
Russian President
#VladimirPutin attended the Orthodox Christmas service at #Moscow's Christ the
Saviour Cathedral. Watch this video find out why Russians celebrate #Christmas
on Jan 7 instead of Dec 25. https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=search&v=3927623584150620&external_log_id=9c7920f4-f398-4a40-b3eb-1e4b2db08409&q=Putin%20asks%20Russian%20Orthodox%20church%20patriarch%20to%20consecrate%20Christmas%20gifts%20for%20troops%20in%20Ukraine
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvg72pdvw1ro
https://time.com/6244949/orthodox-christmas-january-celebrate/
https://www.timeanddate.com/holidays/common/orthodox-christmas-day
https://www.nationalgeographic.com/history/article/why-celebrate-christmas-january
https://www.maicadomnului.ro/calendar-ortodox-stil-vechi/?year=2024#luna12
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October 2023 Gaza–Israel conflict, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/October_2023_Gaza%E2%80%93Israel_conflict
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