AKA Name | Nativity of Our Lord, The Incarnation of Christ |
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HashtagsCompiled on | #OrthodoxChristmas |
Related Hashtags | #Christmas, #Ukraine, #MerryChristmas, #Orthodox |
2025 Date | 7 January 2025 |
2026 Date | 7 January 2026 |
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Orthodox Christmas in Top X Posts (formerly Tweets) for Orthodox Christmas -Updated
Orthodox Christmas HistoryOrthodox Christmas commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ, the founder of the Christian faith. Essential aspects include attending the Divine Liturgy, the main worship service, usually conducted at midnight, as well as partaking in a sequence of customs and traditions such as carols, fasting, and feasting on specially prepared meals. The history of Orthodox Christmas spans centuries and has been observed by generations of believers across the globe. In Australia, the Orthodox Christian community, consisting primarily of Greek, Russian, Serbian, Romanian, and other Eastern European ethnicities, has carried this rich heritage and tradition to the country since their migration during the 1950s and 1960s. The observance carries a significant importance amongst these communities. The Australian society, known for its multicultural inclusivity, embraces this event, thereby enriching its multicultural identity. In Australia, Orthodox Christmas is celebrated on January 7th, owing to the fact that these Eastern Orthodox Churches follow the Julian calendar. The day involves church-based activities, family gatherings, and communal feasting. Church services with hymns and prayers typical of Orthodox Christian liturgy mark the day's beginning. After the church services, families mostly bond over meals featuring dishes that are traditional to their particular ethnic group. The event showcases the diversity of Australia's social fabric and adds to the rich tapestry of cultural celebrations in the country. Facts about Orthodox Christmas
In the News and Trending in Australia for Orthodox ChristmasUpdated Greek Orthodox Community of NSW students end academic year with Christmas eventgreekherald.com.au Preparations for the feast of Christmas at the Greek Orthodox church in the earthquake-stricken Hatay, Turkey - Vema.com.auvema.com.au Orthodox Alaskans set to celebrate Christmas on Jan. 7alaskawatchman.com Orthodox Christmas: Why it’s celebrated by some believers 13 days after Dec. 25wric.com Top things to do in Australia for Orthodox Christmas
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