The document discusses the origins and history of celebrating Christmas. It summarizes that Christmas trees originated as a pre-Christian European tradition where pagans believed green trees had protective powers. The modern Christmas tree tradition began in the 17th century in France and Germany and later spread to Britain and the United States. There is no biblical or historical evidence that Jesus or his disciples celebrated or endorsed celebrating his birthday. The real spiritual meaning and observance of Christmas became diluted over time with commercialization and extravagant spending.