Is Christmas actually pagan — or is that just an internet myth?

Every year, the claim resurfaces: “Christians borrowed Christmas from pagan festivals like Saturnalia or Sol Invictus.” But is that claim grounded in real history… or modern misinformation?

In this Cross Culture Christmas special, we examine the historical evidence, early Christian sources, and popular arguments used to label Christmas as pagan. We separate fact from fiction and ask an honest question:
👉 What does history actually say?

This episode isn’t about tradition for tradition’s sake — it’s about truth. Whether you’re a Christian, skeptic, or somewhere in between, this conversation challenges viral talking points and digs into what scholars, historians, and early church records really show.

🎄 Topics include:
• Was Christmas borrowed from pagan festivals?
• Did Saturnalia or Sol Invictus influence December 25?
• Why this argument keeps resurfacing today

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Do you think Christmas is pagan — or have you heard this claim before? Drop your thoughts in the comments.

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