Where did the gift-giving tradition in Christmas come from?

What is the religious origin of Christmas gifts? Does it stem from Christianity?

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Osasere Okunloye

July 24, 2026 at 01:55 AM

Originally, it stems from the roots of the pagan ritual held during the winter. When Christians later folded these rituals into Christmas, the reason for bearing gifts was redirected to the Three Wise Men who gave gifts to Jesus after his birth.

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