How is Christmas Celebrated in Bethlehem, the Birthplace of Christ?
Posted on the 20 December 2024 by Doggone
This
is normally one of the most joyous times of the year for the
Palestinian community, regardless of faith. For the second year in a row, Christmas in Palestine will be spent in mourning. This is because of Israel’s genocide
in Gaza and escalating violence in the West Bank, churches in
Bethlehem—the birthplace of Jesus Christ—has canceled Christmas
celebrations.