The true meaning of Christmas is the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ, the son of God, which took place in the springtime according to the Bible. We celebrate it in December because there was once also a celebration of winter. The holiday is also a time to reflect on the importance of family and kindness, and to spread joy, peace, and goodwill to friends, relatives, and communities. The day is marked with gatherings, gift-giving, decorations, traditional meals, carols, and prayer.