Ukraine Officially Changes Christmas Day, Gives Reason

Ukrainian Orthodox Christians are observing Christmas on December 25 for the first time to mark a significant departure from their traditional celebration date after the change of date of the official birthday of Jesus in Ukraine.

In Ukraine, the Julian calendar has long been observed, aligning with Russia’s practice, resulting in Christmas being celebrated on January 7.

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It is now celebrating Christmas in accordance with the Western, or Gregorian, calendar, which it utilises in daily life, which is another departure from Russia.

The president of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, amended the legislation in July, declaring that it was now permissible for Ukrainians to “abandon the Russian heritage” of celebrating Christmas in January.

In a Christmas message posted on Twitter on Sunday evening, Mr Zelensky said, “Darkness will eventually lose. Evil will be defeated. Today, this is our common goal, our common wish, and what we pray for.

“For our freedom. For our victory. For our Ukraine. Christ is Born! Glorify Him!”

In the midst of the ongoing conflict with Russian forces, Ukraine has been actively pursuing measures to sever ties with its neighbouring country.

In light of Ukraine’s historical ties to the Soviet Union, numerous streets, monuments, and other landmarks in the country bear connections to Russia. In a recent development, Ukraine has taken steps to rename certain streets and remove specific monuments besides the official change of Christmas Day.

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