What I really think that this all comes down to is how the word "celebrate" is being used here. Non believers celebrate the traditional acts that go along with Christmas. Believers celebrate the spiritual meaning which we believe has provided us with those traditional acts. And the difference is that we believe in the religious meanings behind those acts that we partake in on Christmas.
Don Cardi
I think this makes the point. While we can all join in and celebrate feast days of multiple cultures, we do so on different levels.
An analogy could be watching the Super Bowl. You go to the party, watch the game with friends, and have a fun time. If your favorite team is playing in the game and wins, it is more meaningful to you than for someone whose team didn't make the game even though he decided to root for the team that won.
Please don't think that I'm comparing holy days to football games. Just an analogy.
May all enjoy the festivities of the season peacefully, joyfully and safely.
