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Christmas is a holiday celebrated on December 25th of every year. The history of Christmas is a blend of Christian tradition, ancient pagan customs, and cultural adaptations over centuries. It is observed around the nation and looked at by Christians as a religious holiday. Christians celebrate Christmas as a means to honor the birth of Jesus Christ, the very cornerstone of their spiritual beliefs. Initially, early Christians did not celebrate Jesus’ birth, as the exact date was not recorded in the Bible. However, by the 4th century, the Church designated December 25th as the day to celebrate Jesus’ birth. This date likely aligned with existing pagan festivals, such as the Roman festival of Saturnalia (honoring the god Saturn) and the winter solstice, both marked by feasting and merrymaking. People from other cultural and religious backgrounds celebrate Christmas with other secular traditions. As a whole these customs include decorating houses, sharing meals, decorating Christmas trees, gift exchanges, Christmas parties, church services, and waiting for Santa Claus to arrive. December 25th, Christmas Day, has been a recognized holiday in the United States since 1870.
The Roman festival of Saturnalia
Saturnalia, an ancient Roman festival celebrated in honor of Saturn, the god of agriculture, wealth, liberation, and time, was one of the most significant and anticipated celebrations in the Roman calendar. Held annually in mid-December, the festival began on December 17 and eventually extended for seven days. Its timing aligned with the winter sowing season and the winter solstice, a period when daylight gradually starts to increase. Saturnalia reflected themes of rebirth, abundance, and social upheaval that would influence Western holiday traditions for centuries. The origins of Saturnalia are rooted in ancient agricultural rites. Saturn, in Roman mythology, presided over a mythical “Golden Age,” a utopian era of peace, prosperity, and equality. Romans revered Saturn as a deity who brought forth bountiful harvests and the peaceful prosperity of ancient times. The festival honored these ideals and sought to invoke Saturn’s favor for future agricultural success. The festival also drew on older, pre-Roman traditions, such as the Greek Kronia (a similar festival for the god Kronos) and early Italian agricultural rites. By the time of the Roman Republic and Empire, Saturnalia had evolved to become a joyful, highly ritualized celebration that cut across social classes and was filled with merrymaking.
1. Sacrifices and Public Feasts
The celebration of Saturnalia began with a ritual sacrifice at the Temple of Saturn in the Roman Forum. The statue of Saturn, which was typically bound in wool ropes as a symbol of control, was ceremonially unbound during Saturnalia to symbolize freedom. Afterward, Romans held a public banquet, where people gathered to feast together in honor of Saturn.
2. Role Reversals and Social Equality
One of the most striking features of Saturnalia was the temporary inversion of social hierarchies. Masters served their slaves, and roles between classes were humorously reversed. Slaves were permitted freedoms unheard of at other times of the year, such as speaking freely, wearing the pileus (a cap symbolizing freedom), and participating in festivities as equals. This role reversal was seen as a symbolic return to Saturn’s Golden Age, where all people lived in harmony and equality.
3. Gift-Giving and Light Symbolism
As part of Saturnalia, people exchanged gifts called sigillaria, which included small figurines, candles, and other tokens. The giving of candles symbolized the renewal of light as the solstice approached. Gifts often reflected the personalities or preferences of the recipients, adding a personal dimension to the exchanges. This custom of gift-giving during Saturnalia is one that greatly influenced the tradition of Christmas presents.
4. Carnival Atmosphere and Decor
During Saturnalia, homes were decorated with wreaths, garlands, and greenery, similar to how many cultures decorate for Christmas. People dressed in colorful, festive clothing instead of the traditional Roman togas. Gambling and games were encouraged, even in public spaces, and the holiday atmosphere was lively, with drinking, feasting, and music filling the streets. Saturnalia also had a mischievous spirit, with people wearing masks and participating in pranks and games.
5. Selection of the “King of Saturnalia”
In some households and gatherings, a “King of Saturnalia” or “Lord of Misrule” was chosen, usually by lot. This figure, often a low-ranking member of the household, presided over the revelries and directed activities, encouraging antics and providing a focus for the social role reversal. This tradition added a playful sense of mock authority, which may have symbolized Saturn’s rule in a more carefree and abundant world.
The Roman emperor Constantine is often credited with initiating the transformation of Saturnalia into Christmas around 312 AD. He was known as the first Christian emperor and one who was raised in the cult of the Sun. The cult of the sun is a belief system that originated in ancient times and is based on the worship of the sun. Constantine worshipped Sol Invictus. Sol Invictus was the official sun god of the late Roman Empire and a later version of the god Sol. Constantine continued to worship Sol Invictus even after his conversion to Christianity. It was only in 323 AD, over a decade after he claimed to have received a vision from God, that he publicly renounced the Unconquered Sun in favor of the crucified Son. Matthew 6:24 states, "No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon." Constantine was a worshiper of the sun-god Mithras as well. Mithras and Sol Invictus are both popular Roman deities, but they are separate entities. December 25th was Mithras’ birthday, and later that day became adopted as Christmas.
Is December 25th really the Day Jesus Was Born?
The exact date of Jesus Christ’s birth is unknown, as it was not recorded in the Bible or early Christian writings. Scholars generally agree that he was likely born between 4 and 6 BCE, based on historical references such as the reign of King Herod, who died in 4 BCE and is mentioned in the Nativity story. The Feast of the Nativity is another term for the pagan Saturnalia festival. According to historical records, Pope Julius I is credited with choosing December 25th as the date to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. Pope Julius I was part of the Roman Catholic Church. The choosing of this date likely occurred after Emperor Constantine's reign. The selection of December 25 as Christmas likely took place in the late 330's or early 340's AD. Emperor Constantine reigned around 306-337 and Pope Julius I served around 337-352. In 313 CE, Emperor Constantine issued the Edict of Milan, which legalized Christianity and declared that Roman citizens had “the freedom to observe the religion of their choice and their preferred form of worship within the Roman Empire. Emperor Constantine can be accredited with paving the way for Pope Julius I's accreditation of Christmas being established as the sanctioned holiday on December 25th honoring Jesus Christ's birthday. Many believe that the Roman Catholic church selected this date to incorporate and adapt the traditions of the pagan Saturnalia festival while providing Christians a celebratory alternative. By placing Christmas alongside traditional winter solstice celebrations, church leaders increased the likelihood that it would be widely accepted, though they relinquished some control over how it was celebrated.
Please review the small excerpt below originating from author Alexander Hislop, a book entitled "The Two Babylons" regarding Jesus Christ's birth being celebrated on December 25th(Christmas)
"How comes it that that festival was connected with the 25th of December? There is not a word in the Scriptures about the precise day of His birth, or the time of the year when He was born. What is recorded there, implies that at what time soever His birth took place, it could not have been on the 25th of December. At the time that the angel announced His birth to the shepherds of Bethlehem, they were feeding their flocks by night in the open fields. Now, no doubt, the climate of Palestine is not so severe as the climate of this country; but even there, though the heat of the day be considerable, the cold of the night, from December to February, is very piercing, and it was not the custom for the shepherds of Judea to watch their flocks in the open fields later than about the end of October. GILL, in his Commentary on Luke 2:8, has the following: "There are two sorts of cattle with the Jews...there are the cattle of the house that lie in the city; the cattle of the wilderness are they that lie in the pastures. On which one of the commentators (MAIMONIDES, in Misn. Betza), observes, 'These lie in the pastures, which are in the villages, all the days of the cold and heat, and do not go into the cities until the rains descend.' The first rain falls in the month Marchesvan, which answers to the latter part of our October and the former part of November...From whence it appears that Christ must be born before the middle of October, since the first rain was not yet come." KITTO, on Deuteronomy 11:14 (Illustrated Commentary), says that the "first rain," is in "autumn," "that is, in September or October." This would make the time of the removal of the flocks from the fields somewhat earlier than I have stated in the text; but there is no doubt that it could not be later than there stated, according to the testimony of Maimonides, whose acquaintance with all that concerns Jewish customs is well known. It is in the last degree incredible, then, that the birth of Christ could have taken place at the end of December. There is great unanimity among commentators on this point. Besides Barnes, Doddridge, Lightfoot, Joseph Scaliger, and Jennings, in his "Jewish Antiquities," who are all of opinion that December 25th could not be the right time of our Lord's nativity, the celebrated Joseph Mede pronounces a very decisive opinion to the same effect. After a long and careful disquisition on the subject, among other arguments he adduces the following;--"At the birth of Christ every woman and child was to go to be taxed at the city whereto they belonged, whither some had long journeys; but the middle of winter was not fitting for such a business, especially for women with child, and children to travel in. Therefore, Christ could not be born in the depth of winter.Again, at the time of Christ's birth, the shepherds lay abroad watching with their flocks in the night time; but this was not likely to be in the middle of winter. And if any shall think the winter wind was not so extreme in these parts, let him remember the words of Christ in the gospel, 'Pray that your flight be not in the winter.' If the winter was so bad a time to flee in, it seems no fit time for shepherds to lie in the fields in, and women and children to travel in." Indeed, it is admitted by the most learned and candid writers of all parties that the day of our Lord's birth cannot be determined, * and that within the Christian Church no such festival as Christmas was ever heard of till the third century, and that not till the fourth century was far advanced did it gain much observance.* Archdeacon WOOD, in Christian Annotator, LORIMER's Manual of Presbytery. Lorimer quotes Sir Peter King, who, in his Enquiry into the Worship of the Primitive Church, &c., infers that no such festival was observed in that Church, and adds--"It seems improbably that they should celebrate Christ's nativity when they disagreed about the month and the day when Christ was born." See also Rev. J. RYLE, in his Commentary on Luke, who admits that the time of Christ's birth is uncertain, although he opposes the idea that the flocks could not have been in the open fields in December, by an appeal to Jacob's complaint to Laban, "By day the drought consumed me, and the frost by night." Now the whole force of Jacob's complaint against his churlish kinsman lay in this, that Laban made him do what no other man would have done, and, therefore, if he refers to the cold nights of winter (which, however, is not the common understanding of the expression), it proves just the opposite of what it is brought by Mr. Ryle to prove--viz., that it was not the custom for shepherds to tend their flocks in the fields by night in winter."
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Luke 2:1-8(KJV) States:
1 And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be taxed.
2 (And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.)
3 And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city.
4 And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:)
5 To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child.
6 And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered.
7 And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.
8 And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.
The primary reason for debate over shepherds traveling in winter and the timing of Christ’s birth stems from the Bible passage in Luke, which describes shepherds watching their flocks in the fields at night. Many scholars argue this is unlikely during the cold winter months in Bethlehem, indicating that Jesus was more likely born in a warmer season, such as summer or early fall. As we all know, Christmas is on December 25th, which falls within the winter season. With that being said, what sense does it make for Joseph and his pregnant wife Mary to travel from the city of Galilee to Judaea in the winter season considering his wife's condition? That's because it wasn't winter when they traveled. The travel from Galilee to Judaea would be 70 miles, which is 2 1/2 days. Last time I checked, they didn't have cars with heating systems back then. So again I ask how Jesus could be born on a holiday that falls within the winter season? As a husband during those times, would you let your pregnant wife travel outside for 2 1/2 days during the winter just to pay some taxes?
Luke 2:9-12(KJV) States:
9 And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid.
10 And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.
11 For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.
12 And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.
It was unusual for shepherds to be out in the fields at night during winter; in colder months, they would typically bring their sheep to a sheepfold or stable near home to shield them from harsh weather, so they wouldn’t be out watching over their flocks in the open fields at night. From this text, we see the angel instructed the shepherds to travel to see baby Jesus. In biblical times, it was uncommon for people to travel during winter because it was dangerous, uncomfortable, and exhausting. The angel with his supernatural intelligence knew this. From a standpoint of common sense, we can deduce God wouldn't instruct his people to travel in a season that poses danger to them unnecessarily. From Luke 2: 9-12 explanation, we can conclude it doesn't make sense biblically for Jesus Christ to be born on December 25th(Christmas), a holiday which falls within winter. Roman Gods Sol Invictus and Mithras were claimed by the ancient empires to be born on December 25th. These are the same pagan deities mentioned earlier in this article which Roman emperor Constantine worshiped. Sol Invictus, meaning “the Unconquered Sun,” is the Roman sun god. In 274 CE, Emperor Aurelian declared December 25th the official birthday and festival of Sol Invictus. Mithras, the Indo-European god of light and loyalty, was also widely revered among Roman soldiers and often viewed as a rival to Jesus Christ. The celebration of Sol Invictus’s rebirth on December 25th symbolized the return of longer days after the winter solstice and aligned with the traditions of the popular Roman festival of Saturnalia, during which people feasted and exchanged gifts.
Please review the small excerpt below originating from author Alexander Hislop, a book entitled "The Two Babylons" regarding the Christmas tree.
"The Christmas tree, now so common among us, was equally common in Pagan Rome and Pagan Egypt. In Egypt that tree was the palm-tree; in Rome it was the fir; the palm-tree denoting the Pagan Messiah, as Baal-Tamar, the fir referring to him as Baal-Berith. The mother of Adonis, the Sun-God and great mediatorial divinity, was mystically said to have been changed into a tree, and when in that state to have brought forth her divine son. If the mother was a tree, the son must have been recognised as the "Man the branch." And this entirely accounts for the putting of the Yule Log into the fire on Christmas-eve, and the appearance of the Christmas-tree the next morning. As Zero-Ashta, "The seed of the woman," which name also signified Ignigena, or "born of the fire," he has to enter the fire on "Mothernight," that he may be born the next day out of it, as the "Branch of God," or the Tree that brings all divine gifts to men. But why, it may be asked, does he enter the fire under the symbol of a Log? To understand this, it must be remembered that the divine child born at the winter solstice was born as a new incarnation of the great god (after that god had been cut in pieces), on purpose to revenge his death upon his murderers. Now the great god, cut off in the midst of his power and glory, was symbolised as a huge tree, stripped of all its branches, and cut down almost to the ground. But the great serpent, the symbol of the life restoring Aesculapius, twists itself around the dead stock, and lo, at its side up sprouts a young tree--a tree of an entirely different kind, that is destined never to be cut down by hostile power--even the palm-tree, the well-known symbol of victory. The Christmas-tree, as has been stated, was generally at Rome a different tree, even the fir; but the very same idea as was implied in the palm-tree was implied in the Christmas-fir; for that covertly symbolised the new-born God as Baal-berith, * "Lord of the Covenant," and thus shadowed forth the perpetuity and everlasting nature of his power, not that after having fallen before his enemies, he had risen triumphant over them all. Baal-bereth, which differs only in one letter from Baal-berith, "Lord of the Covenant," signifies "Lord of the fir-tree." Therefore, the 25th of December, the day that was observed at Rome as the day when the victorious god reappeared on earth, was held at the Natalis invicti solis, "The birthday of the unconquered Sun." Now the Yule Log is the dead stock of Nimrod, deified as the sun-god, but cut down by his enemies; the Christmas-tree is Nimrod redivivus--the slain god come to life again."
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When people put Christmas trees in their houses they're consciously or subconsciously choosing to worship Nimrod redivivus. This Christmas tree is a symbolic reminder used to honor "The birthday of the unconquered Sun". This is the pagan sun God of Rome and doesn't represent Jesus Christ. Nimrod redivivus is looked at as a pagan messiah. In this context, the idea of Nimrod redivivus symbolizes a false, counterfeit messiah—one who seeks to lead humanity through domination rather than divine guidance. In some interpretations, he represents the spirit of the Antichrist or an end-time figure who revives Nimrod’s characteristics, promoting a form of human-centered power and glory instead of submission to God. This pagan “messiah” figure contrasts with Jesus, the true Messiah, by drawing people toward rebellion and earthly ambitions rather than spiritual redemption.
The concept of Nimrod redivivus, or Nimrod “revived,” is an idea found in some interpretations of ancient texts and modern theological discussions. It suggests that Nimrod, the powerful ancient king from the Bible, might serve as a symbolic or prophetic foreshadowing of an antichrist figure. In contrast, Jesus Christ is seen as the true Messiah in Christian theology. Here’s how the Nimrod redivivus figure contrasts with Jesus Christ as the Messiah:
1. Nimrod in Biblical and Extra-Biblical Tradition
• Nimrod as a Rebel Against God: In Genesis 10, Nimrod is described as a mighty warrior and the first great ruler on Earth, credited with founding major cities, including Babel (Babylon). Jewish and Christian traditions often view him as a symbol of rebellion against God, associating him with the Tower of Babel’s construction, which represented human pride and defiance of God’s authority.
• Nimrod Redivivus as Antichrist Figure: Some later interpretations, especially in apocalyptic literature, suggest that Nimrod’s spirit or character might be “revived” in an antichrist figure who seeks to establish a tyrannical rule over humanity, opposing God’s plans. This “Nimrod redivivus” is seen as a counterfeit messiah, leading people away from God.
2. Jesus Christ as the True Messiah
• Jesus’ Role in Redemption: In Christian theology, Jesus is recognized as the true Messiah, sent by God to redeem humanity. Unlike Nimrod, who sought power and is often seen as a symbol of human pride, Jesus is portrayed as a servant-leader who laid down His life for others. His kingdom is spiritual and eternal, characterized by peace, love, and obedience to God, not by rebellion or worldly power.
• Fulfillment of Prophecy: Jesus is believed to fulfill the Old Testament prophecies about the coming Messiah, bringing God’s kingdom through humility, self-sacrifice, and ultimate victory over sin and death.
3. Symbolic Contrasts: Rebellion vs. Obedience
• Nimrod as a Symbol of Human Rebellion: Nimrod’s legacy in the Bible and later traditions centers around human efforts to achieve greatness apart from God. The idea of “Nimrod redivivus” embodies the notion of a ruler who exalts himself above God, reflecting a messianic counterfeit that leads people into spiritual error.
• Jesus as the Example of Perfect Obedience: In contrast, Jesus embodies submission to God’s will. Rather than seeking His own glory, He chose to serve humanity, even to the point of death. His role as Messiah is centered on reconciliation between humanity and God, bringing true spiritual freedom rather than domination.
4. End-Time Expectations: Counterfeit vs. True Messiah
• Nimrod Redivivus as an End-Time Deceiver: In some Christian eschatology, Nimrod redivivus is associated with the spirit of the antichrist—a deceptive ruler who appears powerful and mighty but leads people away from God.
The idea that Nimrod’s spirit or character might be “revived” as an antichrist figure isn’t directly stated in traditional apocalyptic literature like the Bible or other ancient texts. However, this concept has evolved through interpretations by later Christian writers, theologians, and certain modern eschatological theories, influenced by the portrayal of Nimrod as a rebellious, god-defying ruler. Here’s a look at the origins and sources that suggest this association:
The Bible and Nimrod’s Reputation
• Genesis 10:8-12: The Bible introduces Nimrod as a “mighty hunter before the Lord” and the founder of cities, including Babel, where the Tower of Babel was constructed. Nimrod is associated with power and kingdom-building, which some interpreters take to mean that he exemplifies rebellion against God’s sovereignty.
• The Tower of Babel (Genesis 11): Although Nimrod isn’t explicitly mentioned in the Babel story, Jewish and Christian tradition often links him to it as the leader. The Tower of Babel is seen as a symbol of defiance and pride, with human beings attempting to build a city and tower that reaches the heavens, directly challenging God’s authority.
The Book of Jubilees: This is anon-canonical Jewish text, written around the 2nd century BCE.
The Writings of Early Church Fathers: Early Christian thinkers like Augustine, Jerome, and others.
Medieval and Renaissance Writings: During the Middle Ages and Renaissance, Christian writers further developed on subject.
Works by Authors Like Alexander Hislop: In The Two Babylons (1853).
The Book of Revelation: While Revelation doesn’t mention Nimrod by name, its symbolic portrayal of “Babylon the Great” as a corrupt power.
The direct term Nimrod redivivus and the idea of Nimrod as the Antichrist primarily come from later interpretations and not from traditional apocalyptic literature. While the Book of Revelation uses Babylon as a symbol of opposition to God, it does not directly link Nimrod to the Antichrist. The concept instead developed over time through theological interpretations that read Nimrod as a prototype or foreshadowing of the Antichrist due to his association with rebellion, Babel, and worldly power.
• Jesus as the Triumphant King: Jesus is expected to return as the triumphant King who will ultimately destroy the forces of evil. While the antichrist figure (often associated with the spirit of Nimrod) is believed to rise with earthly power, Jesus’ return is seen as the ultimate fulfillment of God’s promise to establish His kingdom and defeat all opposition.
In essence, Nimrod redivivus is seen as a counterfeit messiah—a symbol of human pride, rebellion, and defiance of God—while Jesus is the true Messiah, embodying humility, obedience, and divine redemption. These two figures represent opposing paths: one leading away from God, the other leading humanity back into right relationship with Him.
Putting Christmas trees in your houses honors a pagan counterfeit messianic deity. Those who do this are ignorantly honoring the pagan idol of Babylonian/ Roman times and the spirit of the Antichrist whom will come according to Revelation 13:1-10. When humanity celebrates the pagan custom of Christmas with idol tree worship, they are operating in the spirit of the antichrist according to 1 John 4:2-4. From this we can deduce, the "spirit of Christmas", is really the spirit of the Antichrist". Why do people put lights on Christmas trees? Christians claim it's symbolic of Jesus Christ being the light of the world and overcoming darkness, but it really represents the sun god, Sol Invictus. This light serves as a counterfeit light to deceive others from the true light of the world, which is Jesus Christ. 2 Corinthians 11:14 informs of how the devil can counterfeit himself as the true light. He has deceived many through these types of deceptions such as Christmas. While the star on a Christmas tree primarily represents the Star of Bethlehem from the Christian nativity story, God revealed to me another pagan meaning. The star also represents the fallen angel Lucifer. This angel now known as Satan is a fallen angel according to Isaiah 14:12-17. From this scripture, we see how Satan seeks to be worshiped like the most high. Satan has accomplished this goal through the celebration of Christmas. By worshipping any of his pagan demonic minions, you are indirectly worshipping Satan wholistically. The star on the Christmas tree doesn't represent Jesus, in the spiritual realm, it represents Satan, the "fallen star". Revelation 12:3 depicts Satan as a dragon whose tail(deceptions), caused stars(Angels), to lose their first estate in heaven. The Christmas tree also serves as an altar. Please refer to my earlier article "Altars: Your Greatest Ally Or Worst Enemy". Altars serve as gateways and permissions for demons to come and dwell in a given territory. When you utilize Christmas trees, you're given legal rights to the same pagan demonic spirits to possess your life just like they did with ancient Babylon and early Rome. Gifts placed under the Christmas tree are a symbolic representation of offerings to demonic deities. These offerings are placed under the tree altar. This means curses may have been placed upon those gifts. Curses enable demons to attach themselves to that object. Now the gift is considered a cursed object. The demons will follow whoever is in possession of that cursed object. As long as the person lays claim to the object, the demon will lay claim to them. This can cause all types of misfortune to plague the victim's life. In Deuteronomy 7:26, God explains the dangers of cursed objects. The gift is cursed due to its association with the pagan holiday Christmas. You must renounce this paganism and pray over your possessions. Can you imagine the deception of the Christian church around Christmas time? These pagan Christmas tree altars are even stationed in churches around the holidays, giving legal rights for demons to come and dwell in a supposedly sacred sanctuary. Christians are ignorantly participating in pagan worship, defiling the lord's house with pagan objects. Christians are ignorantly cursing themselves. Will God's presence come and dwell in the midst of pagan worship? In my personal opinion, you can believe what you choose, Christmas trees are a form of mockery to the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ. What sense does it make to dress up the very instrument used in the demise of our lord and Savior Jesus Christ? Galatians 3:13 states, "Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law, being made a curse for us: for it is written, Cursed is everyone that hangeth on a tree:". If Christians think about it, what sense does it make to parade an object in one's house or church sanctuaries that brought such misfortune to our lord and savior Jesus Christ? To adorn and parade an instrument that originates from pagan roots is to celebrate the very instrument that played a significant role in the temporal downfall of Jesus Christ. To celebrate the death of Jesus is a form of satanic mockery, to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus is a form of worship and praise. Only evil celebrates death, those who are righteous should celebrate life only. Let's say a mother's son was killed by a handgun, would it make sense for the mother to take the handgun, dress it up in lights, ornaments, and parade it to people in her home or other places? No, to do so would mean participating in the mockery of her own son's death.
Jeremiah 10:1-5(KJV) states:
1 Hear ye the word which the Lord speaketh unto you, O house of Israel:
2 Thus saith the Lord, Learn not the way of the heathen, and be not dismayed at the signs of heaven; for the heathen are dismayed at them.
3 For the customs of the people are vain: for one cutteth a tree out of the forest, the work of the hands of the workman, with the axe.
4 They deck it with silver and with gold; they fasten it with nails and with hammers, that it move not.
5 They are upright as the palm tree, but speak not: they must needs be borne, because they cannot go. Be not afraid of them; for they cannot do evil, neither also is it in them to do good.
Jeremiah 10:1-5 addresses the practices of idol worship and cautions the people of Israel against adopting the customs of other nations, particularly their creation and reverence of idols. Here’s a breakdown of the passage: God, through the prophet Jeremiah, warns Israel against following the practices of surrounding nations, especially those rooted in superstition, such as fearing “signs in the heavens” (astrological or celestial events). God calls Israel to trust in Him alone, instead of the customs or religious practices of others. Here, Jeremiah describes the process of making idols. People cut down a tree, shape it, decorate it with precious metals, and secure it in place. This idol may appear powerful, but it is lifeless and powerless. Unlike the living God, idols cannot move, speak, help, or harm anyone. Jeremiah reminds the people that worshiping idols is futile because idols are human-made, without real power or divinity. During the time of the Israelite exile (6th century BCE), Babylon had a well-developed religious system with a rich array of customs, beliefs, and rituals that were deeply intertwined with everyday life. One of the major Babylonian customs was Akitu festival. The Akitu festival was the most important religious festival in ancient Babylon, celebrated to honor the chief god Marduk and mark the start of the Babylonian New Year. Held twice annually, once in spring (March/April) and sometimes again in fall, the spring Akitu festival (around the time of the vernal equinox) was especially significant. It represented themes of creation, renewal, and the reaffirmation of the king’s authority, as well as Babylon’s protection by the gods. The festival was a major event for the whole city, and ordinary people participated by attending the processions, offering sacrifices, and celebrating in public feasts. It was a time of social gathering, joy, and community bonding. In summary, the Babylonians practiced a complex and ritualistic religion centered on a pantheon of gods, idol worship, astrology, and ceremonial festivals. These practices, particularly idol-making and astrology, influenced the Israelites during their captivity in Babylon and were strongly condemned by prophets like Jeremiah, who called for the Israelites to remain faithful to their monotheistic beliefs. At the time of Jeremiah 10, the Israelites were not under Roman rule, as the Roman Empire did not yet exist. Instead, they were under Babylonian rule, specifically during the Babylonian captivity, which is when the prophet Jeremiah lived and wrote his book. Ancient Rome was often metaphorically referred to as “another Babylon,” particularly in Jewish and early Christian writings. This comparison was drawn due to the many parallels between Rome and Babylon, both of which were seen as powerful empires that oppressed the Jewish people and represented moral corruption, idolatry, and opposition to God. The clearest scriptural reference to Rome being referred to as “Babylon” is found in these scriptures Revelation 17:5, Revelation 17:9, Revelation 18:2, Revelation 18:10, and 1 Peter 5:13. In these passages, “Babylon” serves as a symbolic term for Rome’s political and spiritual opposition to God. By calling Rome “Babylon,” early Christians were drawing a parallel to the oppressive Babylonian Empire that had once taken Israel into captivity, portraying Rome as another powerful empire destined to face God’s judgment. The Israelites (especially those in Judea and surrounding areas) were significantly influenced by Roman customs and traditions, particularly after Judea came under Roman rule in 63 BCE. This influence increased during the time of the Herodian dynasty and the period leading up to and following the life of Jesus. Roman religious practices often conflicted with Jewish monotheism, as the Romans were polytheistic and revered the emperor as a semi-divine figure. While many Jews resisted these influences, there was still pressure to conform, especially in public settings. Some Jews began to adopt Hellenistic (Greek-influenced) customs, blending elements of Greek and Roman culture with traditional Jewish practices. However, this led to tensions within the Jewish community, with groups like the Pharisees and Zealots opposing Roman influence. The influence of Roman customs and traditions on Jewish life was both extensive and complex, contributing to a cultural and political environment that was deeply challenging for many Jews to navigate. This context ultimately set the stage for tensions that culminated in events like the First Jewish-Roman War (66-73 CE) and the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 CE. While Jewish religious festivals and the Hebrew calendar remained distinct, the Romans introduced their own holidays and civic festivals in Judea. Some Jewish elites, particularly those aligned with Roman authority, may have observed or attended Roman festivals as a civic duty, though not as religious worship. However, the general Jewish population typically viewed Roman festivals, especially those honoring the emperor or Roman gods, as idolatrous and refrained from participation. Roman governors, soldiers, and other officials observed public festivals in Judea, sometimes expecting the local population to show support or at least participate passively in civic observances. These festivals could include celebrations like Saturnalia (a winter festival honoring Saturn), Lupercalia (a spring festival related to fertility), and various events honoring the emperor or Rome’s founding. While many Jews likely kept their distance due to religious objections, some elites and those with close ties to Roman officials may have attended civic ceremonies as a show of loyalty to the Roman state, though without actively participating in religious rites. Judea did not practice Saturnalia. Saturnalia was a Roman festival honoring the god Saturn, celebrated in December with feasting, gift-giving, role reversals, and public games. Since Saturnalia was tied to Roman polytheistic worship, it would have been fundamentally incompatible with Jewish monotheism, which strictly forbade the worship of other gods. Jewish law and tradition were clear on the prohibition of idolatry and participation in festivals honoring foreign deities. Observant Jews in Judea would have viewed participation in Saturnalia as both religiously inappropriate and culturally foreign. The main celebrations in Judea during this time focused on Jewish festivals such as Hanukkah (the Feast of Dedication), which typically falls in December as well. Hanukkah celebrates the rededication of the Second Temple and the Maccabean victory over Hellenistic influences, making it a distinctly Jewish observance and a counterpoint to Hellenistic and Roman festivals. However, there may have been some indirect exposure to Saturnalia in Judea, especially in urban centers with significant Roman or Hellenized populations, like Caesarea Maritima. Roman officials, soldiers, and other non-Jewish residents might have celebrated Saturnalia locally, bringing some visibility to its customs. While it’s possible that a small minority of Hellenized Jews or those with Roman ties were familiar with Saturnalia customs, observant Jews in Judea would not have celebrated or practiced the festival. 1 Corinthians 15:33 states, "Be not deceived: evil communications corrupt good manners." If the Jews were forced to dwell among the Babylonians and Romans during their times of rule, then the Jews had no choice but to be exposed to pagan customs and religions. This pagan exposure more than likely tainted the Jewish way of life just like it had done when they were under Babylonian rule. There probably were devote Jews during both times of rule who stayed loyal to their native religious beliefs, but if you dwell among fire long enough, some of it will get on you. God considered the pagan ways of Babylon and Rome to be strange fires. These strange fires began to spread to Jewish belief systems and customs. If this were not true, the prophet Jeremiah wouldn't have spoken against it in Jeremiah 10. If the ancient Jews were influenced by paganism during Babylonian times, what makes you think they weren't influenced during Roman rule? The Akitu festival of Ancient Babylon and Saturnalia of Ancient Rome share some similar themes—particularly those of renewal, reversal of roles, and celebration—but they were distinct festivals with different origins, contexts, and purposes. Both festivals involved themes of renewal and order. Both festivals included communal feasting, public celebrations, and a break from daily routines. The Akitu festival predates Saturnalia by centuries, and it’s possible that cultural interactions through trade, conquest, and exchanges of ideas across the ancient world led to some sharing of themes and concepts. However, there is no direct evidence that Akitu specifically influenced Saturnalia in any documented way. Roman culture did draw from a variety of other civilizations, including Greece and, indirectly, older cultures like Mesopotamia. While Saturnalia may have independently adopted similar themes of reversal and renewal (common in many ancient festivals), any influence from Akitu would have likely been indirect or filtered through other cultures that came into contact with Babylon.
Please review the small excerpt below originating from author Alexander Hislop, a book entitled "The Two Babylons" regarding the Christmas mistletoe.
"In the light reflected by the above statement on customs that still linger among us, the origin of which has been lost in the midst of hoar antiquity, let the reader look at the singular practice still kept up in the South on Christmas-eve, of kissing under the mistletoe bough. That mistletoe bough in the Druidic superstition, which, as we have seen, was derived from Babylon, was a representation of the Messiah, "The man the branch." The mistletoe was regarded as a divine branch --a branch that came from heaven, and grew upon a tree that sprung out of the earth. In the Scandinavian story of Balder, the mistletoe branch is distinguished from the lamented god. The Druidic and Scandinavian myths somewhat differed; but yet, even in the Scandinavian story, it is evident that some marvellous power was attributed to the mistletoe branch; for it was able to do what nothing else in the compass of creation could accomplish; it slew the divinity on whom the Anglo-Saxons regarded "the empire" of their "heaven" as "depending." Now, all that is neceesary to unravel this apparent inconsistency, is just to understand "the branch" that had such power, as a symbolical expression for the true Messiah. The Bacchus of the Greeks came evidently to be recognised as the "seed of the serpent"; for he is said to have been brought forth by his mother in consequence of intercourse with Jupiter, when that god had appeared in the form of a serpent. If the character of Balder was the same, the story of his death just amounted to this, that the "seed of the serpent" had been slain by the "seed of the woman." This story, of course, must have originated with his enemies. But the idolators took up what they could not altogether deny, evidently with the view of explaining it away. Thus by the engrafting of the celestial branch into the earthly tree, heaven and earth, that sin had severed, were joined together, and thus the mistletoe bough became the token of Divine reconciliation to man, the kiss being the well-known token of pardon and reconciliation. Whence could such an idea have come? May it not have come from the eighty-fifth Psalm, ver. 10,11, "Mercy and truth are met together; righteousness and peace have KISSED each other. Truth shall spring out of the earth [in consequence of the coming of the promised Saviour], and righteousness shall look down from heaven"? Certain it is that that Psalm was written soon after the Babylonish captivity; and as multitudes of the Jews, after that event, still remained in Babylon under the guidance of inspired men, such as Daniel, as a part of the Divine word it must have been communicated to them, as well as to their kinsmen in Palestine. Babylon was, at that time, the centre of the civilized world; and thus Paganism, corrupting the Divine symbol as it ever has done, had opportunities of sending forth its debased counterfeit of the truth to all the ends of the earth, through the Mysteries that were affiliated with the great central system in Babylon. Thus the very customs of Christmas still exist and cast surprising light at once on the revelations of grace made to all the earth, and the efforts made by Satan and his emissaries to materialize, carnalize, and degrade them."
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The mistletoe has pagan origins that differ significantly from its later adoption in Christian tradition, where it became a symbol primarily associated with Christmas celebrations. Here’s a look at the mistletoe’s role in both pagan and Christian contexts:
Pagan Origins of Mistletoe
1. Sacred Plant in Norse and Celtic Beliefs: In pagan traditions, particularly among the Norse and Celts, mistletoe was seen as a powerful, sacred plant. The Norse associated it with the god Baldur. According to myth, Baldur’s mother, Frigg, tried to make him invincible by asking all things not to harm him but overlooked mistletoe. Loki, the trickster god, used mistletoe to kill Baldur, making it a potent symbol of life and death.
2. Symbol of Fertility and Vitality: For the Druids in Celtic culture, mistletoe symbolized fertility, rebirth, and vitality. It remained green in winter, symbolizing life during a time when other plants appeared dead. The Druids believed it had magical properties, using it in rituals, healing, and as protection against evil.
3. Mistletoe as a Sign of Peace: Among some pagan cultures, mistletoe also represented peace and reconciliation. Enemies meeting under mistletoe were said to lay down their arms and embrace in truce. This idea of mistletoe as a mediator or reconciler influenced its later use in European winter customs.
Mistletoe in Christian Tradition
1. Transition to Christmas Decor: With the spread of Christianity in Europe, many pagan customs were either reinterpreted or adopted into Christian traditions. Mistletoe became associated with the Christmas season, likely as a symbol of goodwill and peace. The tradition of kissing under the mistletoe emerged in this context, emphasizing love and friendship rather than its original pagan meanings of fertility and protection.
2. Symbolism Shift to Peace and Love: In Christianized holiday traditions, mistletoe’s role shifted away from mystical properties and pagan rituals. Instead, it became a festive decoration symbolizing love, harmony, and goodwill, fitting with the Christmas spirit. The custom of kissing under the mistletoe, though playful, represents a sense of community and kindness rather than fertility magic.
3. Christian Concerns and Adaptations: Some early Christians viewed mistletoe with suspicion because of its pagan connections, so its use was limited or discouraged in some periods. Over time, however, mistletoe lost most of its mystical associations and became simply a decorative plant with a festive role, aligning it more closely with Christian holiday customs.
In pagan cultures, mistletoe had deep mystical meanings connected to fertility, vitality, protection, and peace. In contrast, in the Christian context, it became a symbol of love, peace, and holiday joy, shedding its supernatural aspects. Its integration into Christmas tradition demonstrates how pagan customs were often adapted, softened, or reinterpreted to fit the values and themes of Christian celebrations. The mistletoe is considered a charm due to the pagan nature it was used for. In witchcraft, a charm is an object, action, or word that is believed to have magical powers. In Norse mythology, the mistletoe was to pagan god kill Baldur. The Keltic druids(Priest/witches) used the mistletoe for rituals, healings, and protection due to its belief in possessing magical properties. The kelts also believed it had the ability to ward off evil spirits. Witchcraft objects used to ward off evil spirits are called apotropaic devices. "Apotropaic" means "designed to avert evil" and can refer to objects like amulets, talismans, witch bottles, or protective symbols used to repel negative energies or spirits. Was not the mistletoe looked at as a symbol of peace by pagans? The mistletoe was used to ward off conflict between enemies. Leviticus 19:31 states, "Regard not them that have familiar spirits, neither seek after wizards, to be defiled by them: I am the Lord your God.)" Mistletoes are charms that can be defined as witchcraft instruments. It is a tool to fulfill the witchcraft customs for which the tool is intended. People who seek out witches or people emersed in pagan practices would often acquire instruments from them to help reach a resolution of personal needs. The mistletoe is a specific witchcraft instrument that can be classified as a charm. Those who use this charm in pagan practices are participating in witchcraft. Deuteronomy 7:26 states, "Neither shalt thou bring an abomination into thine house, lest thou be a cursed thing like it: but thou shalt utterly detest it, and thou shalt utterly abhor it; for it is a cursed thing". The mistletoe is a cursed object. If you interact with this charm by bringing it into your house to celebrate a pagan custom like Christmas, you are cursing yourself. You could be putting your whole family in jeopardy. Whoever walks in your house and passes under the mistletoe will receive a curse. Ezekiel 13:20-21(NKJV) states, " 20 ‘Therefore thus says the Lord God: “Behold, I am against your magic charms by which you hunt souls there like [a]birds. I will tear them from your arms, and let the souls go, the souls you hunt like birds. 21 I will also tear off your veils and deliver My people out of your hand, and they shall no longer be as prey in your hand. Then you shall know that I am the Lord." The false prophetesses used their magic charms and rituals to ensnare vulnerable souls. God promised to overpower these prophetesses and free those who had fallen into their traps. He would strip them of their charms and amulets, reclaim His people, and leave these wicked women behind to perish. Through the defeat of these false prophetesses and the rescue of those they preyed upon, God vowed to reveal Himself. From this scripture, we can deduce that charms are instruments used in witchcraft to manipulate people, places, or things. God has made it clear these evil instruments are not sanctioned by him, but yet has been made popular in the modern world through pagan Christmas celebrations. These mistletoes do not repel spirits but attract demonic spirits. The mistletoe also promotes sexual immorality due to the cohesion of kissing. 1 Corinthians 6:18 states, "Flee fornication. Every sin that a man doeth is without the body; but he that committeth fornication sinneth against his own body." Fornication is sex performed outside of marriage. Kissing is physical activity that belongs under the umbrella of sexual activity. Kissing serves as a gateway to deeper sexual passions. Something that seems so innocent can often lead to promiscuity. Kissing is an early level of sexual intimacy and God forbids its activity outside of marriage. 1 Corinthians 7:2 states, "Nevertheless, to avoid fornication, let every man have his own wife, and let every woman have her own husband." God confirms in this scripture all forms of sexual activity are considered fornication outside of marriage. People who entertain mistletoe customs welcome in the demon of fornication.
Christmas Decorum
During Saturnalia and Sol Invictus celebrations, ancient Romans decorated their homes as part of the festivities. Saturnalia, which began on December 17 and lasted several days, was a time of revelry, gift-giving, and honoring the god Saturn. Romans decorated their homes with evergreen boughs, wreaths, and garlands, symbolizing life and endurance through winter. For Sol Invictus (the “Unconquered Sun”), celebrated on December 25, the Romans honored the rebirth of the sun after the winter solstice. Although home decorations for Sol Invictus were less specifically documented, the overlap of these festivities often meant that Romans continued decorating with greenery, candles, and symbols of light, which celebrated both the lengthening days and the renewal of life. These traditions influenced later European customs, some of which evolved into modern holiday decorations associated with Christmas. From these statements, we can deduce the origin of Christmas decorations are also pagan. This would mean the reason behind these decorations is for the purpose of honoring pagan deities. People of the world even Christians decorate their houses with images of angels and pagan idols like Santa Claus. Exodus 20:4 states, "Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image, or any likeness of any thing that is in heaven above, or that is in the earth beneath, or that is in the water under the earth." When Christians participate in the pagan custom of Christmas, they participate in idolatry through the usage of pagan decorations originally intended for the pagan customs of Saturnalia and Sol Invictus. The Christian churches are even plagued with such pagan decorum. Back then electric lights had not been invented yet, so candles were used to light up public establishments and homes. When people use electric light decorations for Christmas, they're unknowingly honoring the sun god of ancient Rome. Ephesians 4:27 states, "Neither give place to the devil." When houses and establishments are decorated with paganism, you turn that place into a sanctuary for demons. It's a form of welcoming evil into your home. Paganism is evil as it goes against God's commandments. Unknowingly the home has now become a pagan sanctuary where demons can come and dwell within. Paganism are non-Christian or pre-Christian religions containing non-Christian customs according to God's word.
The Name Christmas
“Xmas” is a casual abbreviation for “Christmas.” The “X” comes from the Greek letter chi, the first letter of the Greek word Christos, meaning “Christ.” The suffix “-mas” comes from the Old English word for “Mass,” rooted in Latin. This abbreviation began in the mid-16th century as a shorthand for “Christmas.” In Greek, Christós means “anointed, covered in oil,” which later became “Christ” in English. The “-mas” in Xmas comes from the Old English mæsse, meaning a church service, especially one with the Eucharist in the Roman Catholic Church. This term likely originated from the Church Latin missa, which ultimately comes from the Latin mittere, meaning “to send.” This is possibly linked to the closing line of the Latin Mass, Ite, missa est, or “Go, it is the dismissal”, signaling the end of the service. From this research above we can conclude Christmas can mean "the gathering of the church", which is normally known as a religious service. According to Latin roots, it could also mean dismissal of service. My next statements are of my own opinion and you can choose to believe what you want. If we combine the Greek meaning of Christos with the Latin meaning of missa, then Christmas could also be defined as "anointed go" or "covering oil go". If we combine the English term Christ with the Latin meaning of missa, Christmas could also mean "Christ go" or "Christ service is over". This should bother you as a Christian because I believe God has revealed to me hidden spiritual definitions of the term "Christmas". According to 1 John 2:27, Christ's followers are considered the anointed ones. To say "anointed go" would mean to dismiss Christians. To say "covering oil go" would mean to say I want God's anointing to go. Without the anointing Christians are powerless. To say "Christ go" would mean you don't want Jesus to be in your presence anymore. According to Psalm 91:1-2, we are to never leave God's presence but are admonished to stay in it. To say "Christ service is over" could mean to be in agreement with the age of the church coming to an end. Matthew 16:18 confirms that the church is to live forever. The church is not just a literal building, but the people themselves. We must ask ourselves, why would the past age come up with an abbreviated term like "X" to symbolize the name Christ? To X something out would mean to do away with. Atheists and other religions often used this symbol to substitute the name of Christ as a way to denounce the Christian religious beliefs, but still celebrate what was originally deemed as a Christian holiday. "Xmas" is also used by atheists as a form of mockery towards the Christian religion. If we turn this into an equation: X- Christos + Missa = Xmissa, this would equate to "The replacement of Christ and the end of the anointed ones". This sounds like the antichrist agenda to me. 2 Thessalonians 2:4 confirms this. Remember what I spoke of earlier in this article about how people will operate in the spirit of Nimrod an antichrist spirit, forsaking the ways of God and ushering in a new era of carnality, worshipping what they define as God. In occultism "X" is recognized as a symbol for Satan. The letter X is linked to Samekh (S) in the Phoenician alphabet. Samekh also appears in other Semitic alphabets, like Hebrew, where it was used to represent the /s/ sound. The Hebrew symbol for Samekh resembles the occultic symbol of the Ouroboros—a serpent or dragon consuming its own tail. Could it be a coincidence that “Satan” begins with “S”? Going back to the occultic symbol Ouroboros having similarities with the Hebrew symbol for Samekh, it is known as a serpent or dragon in the occult world. Revelation 12:9 states, "And the great dragon was cast out, that old serpent, called the Devil, and Satan, which deceiveth the whole world: he was cast out into the earth, and his angels were cast out with him." From this scripture we see Gods word associates the name Satan with a serpent and dragon. From this argument so far, we can deduce Satan can also represent X. Satan is also represented by the number 6 in Revelation 13:18. This scripture describes the mark "666" as a symbol of the antichrist. The antichrist is a representative of Satan. Let's put this together. If occultists recognize "X" as a symbol of Satan, 6 is also recognized as a symbol of Satan, then 6 can also mean X. That would mean 666 can also stand for "XXX". Where do we see the symbol "XXX" in modern times? Pornography, this would mean explicit material is a product of Satan. Saying something is X-rated would mean it Satan rated. Luke 10:18 describes Satan falling as lightning. The occultists use lightning as a symbol to describe Satan. You can find this symbol on occultic jewelry, Gatorade sports drinks, DC/Marvel comic heroes, Greek mythology characters, Harry Potter, rock music logos, Music albums, Music concert themes, Hollywood movies, and other merchandise. Since 6 can be used to represent Satan, 666 can also be translated to mean the same thing within symbols paired in 3's. On what product do you see three paired symbols? You can find the three paired groupings on the Monster energy drinks symbol. The Monster energy drink symbol broken down individually equates to one 6. How so? When the Monster energy symbol is broken down and made singular, it resembles the Hebrew numeral 6. If you put the monster symbol back together, it would say 666 by Hebrew translation. As you know 666 is the mark of Satan. From this evidence, we can deduce "X" can mean Satan. Earlier we concluded "mas" Can mean "the gathering of the church" Old English mæsse, meaning a church service. If we combine the occultic meaning of "X" with the Old English definition of mæsse, we get "Satanmas". This term can mean "Satanic gathering of the church" or "Satanic church service". Saying "Merry Christmas" by Christian definition would mean honoring the birth of Jesus Christ, but God revealed to me saying "Merry Christmas" in the spirit is a form of honoring the coming of the antichrist. Those who greet each other with "Merry Christmas", invite in the spirit of antichrist. Christmas is nothing but a satanic deception in which Satan convinced the Christians to join the world in honoring the biblically told coming of the false messiah. Christmas is nothing but satanic conditioning for the coming of the antichrist. You must understand, Satan knows how to hide his hidden motives within earthly Christian explanations. If you look deeper, you will find the devil in the details. 2 Corinthians 11:14 informs us Satan can camouflage himself as righteous truth. 2 Corinthians 2:11 informs us not to be ignorant of Satan's schemes, but many are falling for his scheme of Christmas, especially Christian's in whom it was intended for.
Warning: The next part of this article is dedicated to the testimony of Pastor Aston Adam Mbaya: He claims to have been taken down to the 361 CHAMBERS OF HELL by Jesus Christ himself for 361 days. It's up to you to decide if you want to believe or not, but I urge you to at least give this thought. His testimony Could change your life. For those who don't know what Hell is, according to Luke 16:19-31, its a place where damned souls are tormented for not living a life pleasing to God.
Pastor Aston stated, In Hell, people were burning in fire and tormented by demons.
He noticed a lot of people occupying hell were church-going people.
Pastor Aston stated the chambers are continents in hell. On earth, we have five continents, but in hell, there are 361 continents. Pastor Aston was referring to the 5 Continents model, but other models exist arguing 7.
Pastor Aston stated the continent of Africa and Asia is equal to one continent in hell.
Pastor Aston stated in Hell people were crying, screaming, and begging for forgiveness.
Pastor Aston stated there is no escape in hell. Once you arrive, there's no way to exit.
Pastor Aston stated he saw men and women in pits of fire. He asked Jesus why are these people in pits? Jesus responded, because men dig a pit for themselves by committing sins while on earth.
Pastor Aston stated sinful lives provide materials for demons to build your eternal pit in hell.
Pastor Aston stated he saw millions of souls suffering in hell in unbearable pain. There is no more hope for them. They are eternally lost.
Jesus told him there was no more opportunity for them to repent in hell. The only opportunity they had was on earth. When men fall into this place, there is no more help.
Pastor Aston stated he looked and saw souls rotting, covered in fire, and worms. Whenever the people try to pull the worms off, they would multiply more.
Pastor Aston stated he arrived at a gate in hell and saw a man dressed as Father Christmas as we know as Santa. He was holding toys in his hand and laughing at people stuck inside the gate. The name of the gate displayed the chamber of the damned souls who celebrate Christmas.
All the sins that are committed on earth are classified within different sectors in hell and assigned to different gates.
Jesus told him Christmas December 25th is not his birthday. It was a pagan holiday sanctioned by the Roman Catholic Church.
Jesus told him the unclean spirit that you see known as father Christmas is the principality that is seducing the world through this holiday. He is a demon.
Jesus told him this celebration was instituted by the devil through the Roman Catholic Church. Jesus stated this church is the representative of Satan.
Jesus said there were many gods worshiped in the old times and the Romans worshiped the sun God. The Emperor said, that since there is a place of holy communion done to remember the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, we need a day of celebration to celebrate the sun god. This inspiration came from the devil himself in which he summoned a meeting with the powers of darkness. Satan stated since Christians don’t have a modern day which they celebrate their master. Since living in the presence of their God daily is the celebration of their God. Let’s come up with a day where we tell the world they are celebrating the birth of Christ. This will be the day that the whole world and all families will give me honor. I want a day established where all the earth and the world will worship and celebrate me. That day will not be for remembering the death of Christ, for it is too powerful. When the families of the Earth celebrate this holiday, they will be marked with my number 666.
Pastor Aston stated he saw the demon that is father Christmas stating to the damned souls in hell rejoice for this is your kingdom. You have accepted our proposition and done our bidding. This is your reward.
When Jesus and Pastor Aston approached the gate, the demon ran from the presence of the lord.
Pastor Aston stated the gate contained names of people who celebrated the pagan feast of Christmas.
When he entered the gate there was fire in every place. Pastor Aston heard the voices of many men and children. They were countless. These children were obsessed with the Christmas celebration on earth. The children seem to be decomposing and crying.
Pastor Aston saw a baby in a hell pit crying, wondering why he was there. Jesus stated he was initiated into witchcraft from the womb.
Pastor Aston witnessed a toddler who was surrounded by cartoon characters in hell that he used to watch on earth. The child seemed to be eight.
Pastor Aston stated it was hard to identify people in hell because they were rotting and skeletal-looking. You could only recognize people by the sound of their voices because they were covered in worms.
Pastor Aston stated the child was crying and calling the name of his mother and father. When in hell, you will remember your family, mother, and loved ones that you left on earth.
Pastor Aston asked Jesus why was this child in Hell? The Lord stated when this child was on earth, his parents were always buying him gifts for Christmas, but whenever his parents failed to buy him gifts and clothes, he would always cry to his parents. He was crying out stating he must celebrate Christmas. He pressured his parents to spend money they didn’t have to buy him gifts for Christmas. Since the child did this to his parents every Christmas, Satan put the mark 666 on his forehead because he had become a worshiper of Father Christmas. Jesus stated you should have no other God before me, but children of the world value Christmas more than me, Jesus Christ. Father Christmas has become a God for children.
Pastor Ashton left that pit and went to another one where he saw two people, skeletal and in chains. They were saying to one another. I am here because of you. It is your fault. The Lord told them to keep quiet. There were no eyes in their eye sockets because the fire had consumed them and worms were coming out of their eye sockets. They were saying, Lord have mercy on us. They were on their knees and asking for mercy, but the Lord said my children it is too late. Pastor Aston saw that Jesus was crying for their souls. Jesus said you had all the time in the world to repent. Once you fall here in Hell, there is nothing I can do. The Lord said this man and woman were girlfriend and boyfriend on earth. The Lord said in 2013 when Christmas had come, they went to the restaurant to eat and have a good time. It was when they left the restaurant coming back home, they had an accident which caused their deaths. Pastor Aston asked what did they do wrong? The Lord said you should have no other gods before me. They wanted to celebrate Christmas and this is their condemnation.
Pastor Aston stated there was a voice coming from another pit saying Jesus please get me out of here. Pastor Aston saw Jesus Christ crying like he had lost a loved one. When they approached that pit, Pastor Aston saw a woman crying with no eyes in her sockets. Her flesh was burned. In her pit was a huge pan full of meat, but there was a voice shouting justice. Pastor Aston asked the Lord what did she do? The Lord said this woman was not going out to celebrate Christmas, but every Christmas she was cooking a lot of food and meat, inviting people to come celebrate. Then one day on Christmas, she went out into the street shouting Merry Christmas everyone. When she was shouting, Merry Christmas, the principality Of Christmas came and said to her spirit “Since you have been shouting my name, I have come.” This evil spirit entered her house. The lady could not see the demon of Christmas we call Father Christmas. A few days later, she fell sick and died. On her day of death, Father Christmas came and cast her soul into hell. She never knew she invited this demon inside her place. She cried out to the Lord stating, “Master you know I served you faithfully. I used to arrange the church and carry the Bible of the pastor. I was paying my tithes and doing evangelism. Jesus said I know the works you have done for me, but you were imprudent and complacent. You knew my word and my principles, but you went on to celebrate this holiday willingly. You ignored the voice of the spirit due to a lack of vigilance. By celebrating this holiday, you went to worship this god of Christmas who is a demon. You should have no other god than me. It is too late and there is nothing I can do.
Pastor Aston stated they moved to another pit and saw four children holding fiery hammers. They were beating a woman with their hammers. They stated we did nothing wrong, but this woman brought us here. She is the one who taught us to celebrate Christmas every year. That is why we are here. The Lord stated this lady is the mother of these four children. She used to buy her children clothes every year for Christmas and they would celebrate. One day, they were riding a bus and had an accident and died. The mother said to the Lord, the children were piling pressure on me every Christmas to buy them new clothes, and I had no choice, but to please them in order for me to have piece. I wanted to please them. The Lord stated daughter, it is written, do not conform to the present world. You are not of this world. We cannot do things and follow the traditions of this world just because everyone else is doing it. The Lord stated my daughter time is gone for you.
As Pastor Aston and Jesus were moving through the pits of Hell, there were people everywhere shouting because of pain. There were demons, mocking these souls in this place. They were saying you people were worshiping Father Christmas by celebrating Christmas. This is your kingdom. You will celebrate and worship Father Christmas here forever. Why are you crying? You are in your kingdom. This is your kingdom forever.
Pastor Aston stated he saw demons coming in the gate with a number of children. They were pulling these children with wires attached to their tongues. The Lord stated what you see are the newcomers. They died on the Earth having the mark of 666 on their forehead. They were crying for help. The Lord had a love for the souls, but he kept saying too late too late. Pastor Aston asked the question, how long have we as humanity celebrated this pagan Christmas holiday?
Pastor Aston saw in the distance a soul that was in liquid lava. His belly measured 4 meters while demons pierced it with javelins. The Lord stated this man has lived 55 years on the Earth until death. He celebrated Christmas every year. He never missed a celebration. He was buying food and clothes to celebrate. He kept telling his wife we must celebrate and enjoy this time of life. I am happy to be with you. The Lord stated all the Christmas meals that he had eaten over the years were collectively in his belly. That is why it looks 4 meters. Jesus stated Demons will pierce him forever. Pastor Aston saw that he was unable to stand up because of his belly. He was calling the name of his pastor, but it was too late. He was there inside the fire.
Pastor Aston stated he saw a preacher in hell preaching and telling lost souls do not celebrate Christmas as it is of the Devil. He saw souls in hell asking for forgiveness. Souls were insulting the preacher. Pastor Aston asked Jesus why has this preacher fallen into this place? The Lord stated in his church he preached It was ok for the people to celebrate Christmas. Every Christmas children were invited and given presents in his church. The preacher stated Lord pity me I did your work and won souls on earth. When I fell into hell, I realized my mistake. That is why I preach here and many souls believe me. Please get me out of here. The Lord stated lying servant, you knew my word but you wanted to follow the celebration of the world. You preached celebrating Christmas was ok. It is too late. Pastor Aston stated when he and Jesus were leaving, the preacher began to insult the Lord and he was blaspheming. The Lord was in tears.
Pastor Aston stated in hell, he saw the cardinals of the world. He would not state their names. He saw catholic priests and popes. It was unbearable. There were people in the river and lava of fire. Some were looking for a way to get out, but there was no place to hide. They were lying in the river of fire. People were calling for help and saying what have we done to deserve this torment? The wall and the enclosure of Hell were also burning with great fire. In this chaos, I heard a voice say increase the temperature. For every half hour, there was an increase in lava temperature. Pastor Aston stated you couldn’t even imagine what I am describing to you. There were incessant screams. You cannot imagine this horrendous place. In this place, I saw a cardinal with a popular school in our city. He was surrounded by kids that were grabbing him. They were saying, Father, you are the one who brought us here. These children were joined by faithful believers of the Catholic Church. They were tormenting the cardinal saying we have come here because of you.
Pastor Aston stated after seeing these torments of Hell, my life will never be the same again.
The testimony excerpt has ended.
Exposing Santa Claus
Santa Claus became linked to Christmas through a blend of religious tradition, folklore, and cultural evolution over centuries. Here’s how this connection formed:
1. Saint Nicholas and Gift-Giving
Santa Claus’s origins trace back to Saint Nicholas, a 4th-century Christian bishop from Myra, known for his generosity and secret gift-giving. His reputation spread widely in Europe, and he became the patron saint of children and those in need. December 6, St. Nicholas Day, became a time to give small gifts, especially to children, in his honor.
2. Dutch Traditions and “Sinterklaas”
In the 17th century, Dutch settlers brought the tradition of Sinterklaas (their version of Saint Nicholas) to America. Sinterklaas was celebrated with gifts for children and sweets in shoes, much like modern Christmas stockings. The Dutch name Sinterklaas evolved into “Santa Claus” in English-speaking communities, blending with local customs.
3. Shift to December 25th
As Christmas gained popularity and became central to Christian celebrations, Saint Nicholas’s gift-giving traditions began to merge with Christmas customs. By the 19th century, St. Nicholas Day gradually moved to Christmas Eve or Christmas Day in many places, combining his role as a gift-giver with the celebration of Jesus’ birth.
4. American Popularization and Literature
In the early 1800s, American writers helped establish Santa Claus as a Christmas figure. Washington Irving’s Knickerbocker’s History of New York (1809) and Clement Clarke Moore’s famous poem A Visit from St. Nicholas (1823) portrayed Santa as a magical figure delivering gifts on Christmas Eve. Moore’s poem described a jolly, plump Santa with reindeer and a sleigh, tying him to Christmas traditions.
5. Illustrations and Commercial Influence
By the late 1800s, artists like Thomas Nast refined Santa’s image, dressing him in a red suit and giving him a warm, grandfatherly look. Coca-Cola advertising in the 1930s further solidified this image worldwide, turning Santa into a symbol of joy, generosity, and magic tied specifically to Christmas.
6. Modern Christmas Icon
Santa Claus eventually became a secular figure closely associated with Christmas celebrations, symbolizing the season’s spirit of generosity, joy, and family togetherness. Originally based on a Christian saint, Santa became a universal icon of Christmas, celebrated by people of many backgrounds worldwide.
Santa means saint. Claus = Klaus = short for Niklaus = Nicholas, which is, in English, often shortened to “Nick.” Santa Claus. Sankt Niklaus. St.
You can rearrange "Santa" to spell "Satan". Is this a coincidence? I think not as I further explain his capabilities. The Lord revealed to me secrets in the name "Santa Claus".
Like I stated, "Santa" rearranged spells "Satan".
The term Claus can also be associated with a legal document. A clause is a distinct article or provision in a formal document, such as a contract, treaty, or will. The Bible can be considered a legal document because it houses God's laws and consequences for forsaking them. The Bible can also serve as God's Will, due to Jesus Christ dying on the cross and leaving his disciples with the commandment to feed his sheep by leading them to salvation in hopes of all inheriting his probate assets. The Bible can also serve as a contractual agreement between God and humanity via its proposal of salvation acceptance. The Bible can also serve as a peace treaty between God and humanity if they accept his terms.
Satan likes to take God's word and make it about himself as confirmed in Isaiah 14:14. Why? To deceive the nations according to Revelation 20:8. What does the bible say about making changes to God's word? Revelation 22:18-19 states, "18 For I testify unto every man that heareth the words of the prophecy of this book, If any man shall add unto these things, God shall add unto him the plagues that are written in this book: 19 And if any man shall take away from the words of the book of this prophecy, God shall take away his part out of the book of life, and out of the holy city, and from the things which are written in this book."
Santa is associated with the Christmas holiday of gift giving. According to James 1:17, God is the giver of gifts. Santa is known to be a being who knows when people are naughty or nice. According to Proverbs 15:3, God is stated to know who is evil or good. Santa is known for coming to town during the holidays. According to Revelation 22:12, God informs us that he will eventually come to judge all according to their deeds. What we see here is Satan's handy work of replacing God almighty with a pagan Idol god known as Santa Claus. Children have made a God out of this idol Santa thanks to the adults. People dress up as Santa and even have him stationed on a throne in the local malls. According to Revelation 4:2-8, God is the only worthy deity that sits on his throne. What we see here is Satan's usage of the Christmas/Santa deception to seduce and deceive people into worshipping him as a God on earth. Children worship Santa as a God during Christmas. The Creation of Santa was mainly designed to lead children into the sin of idolatry.
From this information, we can deduce the following:
Santa(Satan) + Claus(Provision) = Satanic Provision
Satan is providing worldly treasures to those who are willing to worship him as God on earth. This is similar to what Satan offered Jesus in Matthew 4:1-11.
Santa Claus is also a user of sorcery as he is able to levitate, utilize so-called Christmas magic, Conjuration, Cold Immunity, Party Inducement, and etc. These are just a few, but are further explained on "Superpower Wiki website". When you search the website, you will notice all of these abilities are listed under Magic. Magic is defined as the power of apparently influencing the course of events by using mysterious or supernatural forces. Magic is utilized by sorcerers and witches. Merriam-Webster defines sorcery as the use of power gained from the assistance or control of evil spirits especially for divining. Merriam-Webster defines a witch as a practitioner of witchcraft, a person who is believed to practice usually black magic often with the aid of a devil or familiar Spirit. Santa is known to be immortal, as he never dies. From the information above we can deduce Santa Claus can be classified as a sorcerer who uses magic that originates from demonic or evil entities. Does this sound like a person your kids should look up to? A demonic magician? The elves that work for Santa are demons by the way. It is said that Santa lives in the North Pole due to it being a magical place. What does the bible say about sorcery? Sorcery is witchcraft. According to Deuteronomy 18:10-12, God considers all forms of Witchcraft an abomination.
According to Pastor Aston Adam Mbaya's testimony about Santa Claus, he is known for the following:
A principality, which is a person given authority to rule over a territory. Santa Claus rules over Christmas. Please read Ephesians 6:12.
A Demon, which is an unclean spirit that inhabits the darkness. Please read Matthew 12:43–45.
A ruler of the 86th Chamber of Hell, "Those who celebrate Christmas". Please read Proverbs 7:27.
Santa is known as "Father Christmas" in Hell. Please read John 8:44-45.
When people say "Merry Christmas", they are inviting his demonic spirit into their life. Please read Ephesians 4:27.
He mocks the damned. Please read Isaiah 57:4.
He is an idol to children. Please read 1 John 5:21.
The Lord told me to write this article because, like you, I was even deceived as a Christian. I grew up thinking celebrating Christmas was normal. Like everyone else, I never questioned its origin. I never researched the history behind this holiday. In pastor Aston Adam Mbaya's testimony, he claimed to have seen Christians in hell just for the celebration of this pagan holiday. It's up to you to believe it or not. Deuteronomy 12:30-32 NKJV states, "30 take heed to yourself that you are not ensnared to follow them, after they are destroyed from before you, and that you do not inquire after their gods, saying, ‘How did these nations serve their gods? I also will do likewise.’ 31 You shall not worship the Lord your God in that way; for every [a]abomination to the Lord which He hates they have done to their gods; for they burn even their sons and daughters in the fire to their gods. 32 “Whatever I command you, be careful to observe it; you shall not add to it nor take away from it." In God's word, he has made it clear to not use the pagan customs of the world to worship him. God does not honor Christmas as it isn't a day dedicated to him, but Satan. Do you really want to gamble with your eternity? What if this article is true and you find out when it's too late? Christians cannot adopt the things of the world and try to claim them as God's property. Christians have taken a pagan holiday, thrown away what they didn't like about it, and added Christian values to make it seem acceptable to the church. The Christians have bought into a satanic deception. Proverbs 14:12 states, "There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death." You can buy a Honda car, change the tires, and rims, and paint it a different color. You can even change the Honda name decal to another, but at its very core, that car will always be a Honda. The same logic applies to Christmas. You can take out pagan practices and substitute for Christian values, but at its core, it will still be a pagan holiday. You can change the name from Saturnalia, Festival of Dies Natalis Solis Invicti, to Christmas, but at it's very core, the Christmas holiday origin will still be pagan. Hebrews 10:26 states, "For if we sin wilfully after that we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remaineth no more sacrifice for sins". Whether you're Christian or not and you've celebrated this holiday, you can still repent and give your life to the lord. After reading this article, if you still choose to celebrate Satan's holiday, you put your eternity in jeopardy. Don't celebrate Christmas just because everyone else is doing it. It still doesn't make it right. If everyone jumped into the fire, would you follow them? You've been warned.
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