Orthodox christmas

Orthodox Christians include members of the Eastern Orthodox Church which is prevalent in Russia and Eastern Europe, and also the Oriental Orthodox churches such as Coptic, Ethiopian and Syrian. With such an array of religious traditions and local...

Greeting: Kala Christougena ("Merry Christmas") St. Nicholas Tradition: Hagios Nikolaos, the country's patron saint of sailors and fishermen. Highlighted Custom: Christopsomo, "Christ Bread" Happy St. Nicholas Day! Nicholas was the Bishop of Myra, an ancient city of Asia Minor (now in present-day Turkey), at the beginning of the fourth century. Bishop Nicholas attended the Council of Nicaea in AD 325 (Maybe you recite the "Nicene Creed" at your church? more information here) St. Nicholas and…

The biggest celebration on the Greek Orthodox calendar — bigger than Christmas — is Easter.

Ethiopian Orthodox Christmas, known as *Genna*, is celebrated with profound devotion in Lalibela, Ethiopia. Pilgrims gather in this holy city, famous for its rock-hewn churches, to participate in all-night prayers, hymns, and liturgical services. The celebration is marked by traditional chants, candlelight processions, and a deep sense of spiritual reverence, creating a truly awe-inspiring atmosphere. #Orthodoxtewahdo #Orthodoxchristmas #Sacredlalibela

Images from Russia, Egypt and other countries which celebrate Christmas on 7 January, in line with most Orthodox Christian Churches.

orthodox christmas at the cathedral of christ the savior, moscow

Orthodox Christians celebrate Orthodox Christmas on January 7th when Jesus was born, while in the rest of the world it is celebrated on 25th December. The difference in the day the holiday falls on is due to the calendars used by the groups of Christians.