BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - The Christmas in Dixie dance competition has returned to Birmingham this weekend bringing more costumes, choreography and competition than before. The annual event brings together ...
One of the earliest known uses of the word “Xmas” in English dates back to 1021 CE, when an Anglo-Saxon scribe jotted down “XPmas” as a way to save space on his precious parchment.
But what about ‘ Xmas ’? Lots of people think this is just a modern-day abbreviation – but it actually dates back to the 16th century! The ‘X’ is said to represent the Greek letter ‘Chi’ – the first letter in the Greek word for Christ, Χριστός (pronounced ‘ Christos’).
The popular abbreviation “Xmas” comes from the Greek letter Chi (X), symbolizing Christ. The date December 25 was established in the 4th century to align with Roman winter festivals.
Playbill: Radio City Rockettes Unveil New Christmas Choreography and Costumes in Times Square
Radio City Rockettes Unveil New Christmas Choreography and Costumes in Times Square