Why do Jehovah's Witnesses not celebrate Christmas?

(John 4:23, 24) So while we are interested in how others view us, we adhere to Bible principles even if it means that we become unpopular. Although we choose not to celebrate Christmas ourselves, we respect each person's right to decide for himself in this matter. We do not interfere in the Christmas celebrations of others. read more

Myth: You divide families by teaching members not to celebrate Christmas. Fact: We care deeply about families, and we use the Bible to help build stronger families. Myth: You miss out on the “Christmas spirit” of generosity, peace on earth, and goodwill toward men. read more

Jehovah's Witnesses likewise consider themselves to be Christians, and regardless of the name that the Catholic Church has attached to it, we consider Christmas to be an unchristian holiday, therefore we do not celebrate it. read more

The official publications of the Jehovah's Witnesses say Jehovah's Witnesses haven't celebrated Christmas since 1926. The group was founded in 1879 and called themselves the Bible Students. read more