I will answer that through these Christian principles: James 1:27 “ The form of worship that is clean and undefiled from the standpoint of our God and Father is this: to look after orphans and widows in their tribulation, and to keep oneself without spot from the world.” Philippians 4:8 Paul said: “Brothers, whatever things are true, whatever things are of serious concern, whatever things are righteous, whatever things are chaste, whatever things are lovable, whatever things are well spoken of, whatever virtue there is and whatever praiseworthy thing there is, continue considering these things.” 2 Corinthians 6:14-17. were the apostle Paul wrote: “What fellowship do righteousness and lawlessness have? Or what sharing does light have with darkness? Further, what harmony is there between Christ and Belial? Or what portion does a faithful person have with an unbeliever? And what agreement does God’s temple have with idols?” The answer: None at all. He continues: “‘Therefore get out from among them, and separate yourselves,’ says Jehovah, ‘and quit touching the unclean thing;’ ‘and I will take you in.’” God expects Christians to keep their worship pure and untainted, having nothing to do with customs, symbols, or festivals associated with false gods. God has seen firsthand the unsavory pagan religious practices from which Easter and Christmas have originated. Should not his view be what matters to us?

I'm a Christian, and I don't celebrate the holidays such as Easter and Christmas because I would rather be giving the glory to God, and worshiping Him at that time, instead of partying.

I don't think that Easter or Christmas are pagan. I suppose it's due to the fact that the timing of these important Christian celebrations give rise to the pagan theory. As I'm sure you know the timings were basically hijacked from the pagans and the Christian festivals put in their place. So we can have a happy Easter and praise God for His Glorious gift of Salvation through His Son's one and only perfect sacrifice.

No. They have adapted the old Pagan celebrations to honors God as they view him. If it brings them spiritual fulfilment, who cares where the origins are from?

I don't think it's wrong but rather amusing. For political reasons, Christians celebrate Pagan holidays as their own and most don't even understand that. It truly gives me the giggles when people absolutely insist Jesus was born on Dec 25th, and they have no idea the symbolics of eggs and rabbits on Easter. Not that over the centuries those days have slowly become mainly Christian holidays, but it does give me a chuckle when those not aware of the origins go nuts when told.

not at all. those time of year were celebrated before paganism even. we all need a reason to celebrate, let off steam and be giving.

mmm It's not wrong, but it is very funny, especially when you inform them of the origins of their holidays and they refuse to accept them.

No. What matters is what it means to the person celebrating.

No, it is not. Christians celebrate these holidays as Christian holidays to give glory to God, and show how much they love him. Christmas is celebrated to rejoice in the birth of Jesus. Just because that wasn't the actual day of his birth, does not mean we can't celebrate it as such. Easter is celebrated in order to rejoice in the rebirth of Jesus, after he was crucified, died and resurrected.

What difference could it possibly make?!

It's only wrong when people insist that their beleifs about these holidays are the ONLY way to celebrate - i.e. "Christmas is only about Jesus's birth, always has been, and always will be and anything else is wrong." Or, on the flip side, "Ostara is about Spring, rebirth, and, of course, the Goddess and you cannot celebrate some supposedly-resurrected Saviour on this day." I say let everyone do what they want. Even if it makes you laugh.

it doesnt matter. what matters is putting The Lord Jesus first in your life every day. Worshipping The Father thru Jesus is the most important part of Living. As long as your day is dedicated to serving The Lord, then it matters little what day you celebrate or where you go or what you eat.

Yes, it is wrong, because their origin and practice involved fertility rites, sexual licentiousness, and the worship of false gods as the central focus of their celebration. It is unacceptable to God the Father and Jesus Christ. "Do not follow other gods to serve and worship them; . . ." (Jer.25:6 NIV). "Do not follow other gods, the gods of the peoples around you" (Deut.6:14 NIV). "Do not learn the ways of the nations [heathens] . . ." (Jer.10:2 NIV).

Because they stold it, and pretend it's their own, admit you did, and give the credit to Pagan's ~ Then there wouldn't be a problem.

I'm sure it was quite offensive to Pagans at one time. The winter and the spring solstice as a time of celebration has been used in many other religions other than Pagan. This is just one of many hypocrisies used in the Christian religion.

It's not wrong per se, what is wrong is that they claim such holidays to be their original posession when in fact, they stole them from the Pagans, and then they go on a witch hunt against non-religious people or other denominations for upholding the tradition

I don't think so. A holiday is what it means to you. If they are celebrating Jesus, it is a Christian celebration. A lot of traditions of Christmas have roots in Pagan traditions, sure; but that's mostly just decor, or fun activities. They have made them their own. Just like some of my old Christian traditions from when I was a child, I have adapted into my Pagan celebrations over the last 17 years with my family. Doesn't mean I'm still a Christian.

Personally i thing it is wrong. Its really a matter of opinion though. Christians do not celebrate pagan holidays exactly. They celebrate christian holidays that have been placed on the same day as pagan ones. They did this so it would be easier for the pagans to accept christianity. So yes, since the only reason the christians chose the days they did for their holidays was so they could convert people i think its wrong. Thats what i like about paganism, they dont try to convert people.

Well...Christians did steal Easter from the pagen holiday of Ostara. I mean, you cant connect the eggs/Easter bunny to Christ can you? No, but Pagans can connect all that to their Goddess. Its the time for fertility, eggs represent the goddesses feminine eggs. Egg coloring/hunting is just a symbolic way to go about it.