![]() ![]() When I say, “Let’s bring back the meaning of Xmas,” I’m suggesting that both Christians and non-Christians should accept and recognize this holiday for what it has become. Another theory about the origins of Xmas conveys that the letter X is a letter influenced by the Greek language which stands “Christ.” Whatever the history, removing “Christ” from “Christmas,” and replacing it with an X, is sacrilege for modern Christians. Writing Xmas just happens to be quicker than writing Christmas, and this started way back in the year 1021 CE. The linguistic origins appear to have more to do with lazy penmanship. ![]() How “Christmas” became “Xmas” is nothing special. Let’s bring back the meaning of Xmas My traditional, fake plastic Christmas tree. This is what I call a “while lie.” (Which is not to be confused with a fable told during a white Christmas.) I occasionally tell white lies when common sense tells me no harm would be done in doing so, and it would spare a person from having a bad day. I still remember his act of thoughtfulness. “You’re too old to believe in Santa Claus.” But then he was nice and asked me what I wanted for Christmas anyway. He looked at me quizzically and replied in a whisper so the other kids couldn’t hear. Not wishing to hurt his feelings I said, “yes.” ![]()
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