Do The Greek Orthodox Celebrate Christmas. Orthodox Christians around the world celebrate Christmas Day [Photo Report] In essence, the Orthodox Greek Christmas is not merely a celebration; Many Orthodox Christians annually celebrate Christmas Day on or near January 7 to remember Jesus Christ's birth, described in the Christian Bible
Gaza Greek Orthodox celebrate Christmas Mass Middle East Monitor from www.middleeastmonitor.com
Greeks around the world attend Greek Orthodox church on Christmas Eve for a 2 hour. Christmas celebrations in Greece officially last for 14 days, starting on Christmas Eve and ending on Epiphany (6 January) with the 'Great Blessing of Water'
Gaza Greek Orthodox celebrate Christmas Mass Middle East Monitor
The traditional Orthodox Nativity Fast begins on November 15th, lasts 40 days, ending on December 24th, Christmas Eve Yes, Greeks celebrate Christmas, and it is one of the most important holidays in the country Christmas celebrations in Greece officially last for 14 days, starting on Christmas Eve and ending on Epiphany (6 January) with the 'Great Blessing of Water'
Gaza Greek Orthodox celebrate Christmas Mass Middle East Monitor. There are 13 days in difference between the two calendars. lluminated boats, roasted pork and honey cookies are all staples of a Greek Christmas
Orthodox celebrate Christmas in shadow of conflict El Dorado News. In Egypt, Coptic Orthodox Christians celebrate Christmas on January 7th, attending church services and feasting on traditional dishes like fatta and kahk The Orthodox Church uses the ancient Greek language in many of its services, adding to the sense of timelessness and history.