Good but just the tip of the iceberg.

That which is good in Christianity is not original
That which is original is not good
Mark Twain

It is way oversimplified, but its point is important and true: Christianity borrowed from a number of pre-existing theologies and myths, and nothing in the Christ narrative was totally new or unique.

The sun, a star, begins its annual journey in the northern hemisphere at the mid winter solstice, which starts around Dec 25th, and lasts approximately three days, moves through twelve traditional constellations, reborn every year.

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You also need to know that it was Pope Julius 1 who actually moved the 'Jesus' birth celebration from March to December. Also remember that the things that are now associated with christmas: trees, greenery, yule logs and feasting; where taken from the Pagan winter solstice celebration.

Interesting information, but probably not totally accurate. There are various conflicting stories about all the various mythological figures. I feel really dubious of that December 25 birthday. There have been different calendars used at different places and times.

I think that much or all of the Christ story was fabricated, but that is not of much interest to me at this stage. I am in such a state of utter amazement in response to conscious awareness and the stark fact of existence that old stories bore me. The miraculous present moment is real and is at hand.

In another 250 or 1000 years, Christianity will hopefully be seen as another outbreak of the ancient mystery religions, and Jesus as the latest popular incarnation of Osiris. Until then, it's going to be continue to be a rough ride.