Christmas is a time of year that has immense meaning to many, is a cause for great emotion and joy. It is a celebration of a time of year, and this celebration has been going on for centuries. It is possible that in your time at university or college, that you may be asked to write an essay on Christmas. Where to begin this can be hard, knowing what to research and what to look for can be difficult. There’s a wealth of information available, and quite a few of what is said may come as a shock to some people.Pick a Topic on Christmas
When starting your essay, figure out what area of Christmas you will be focusing on. Some ideas include the history of Christmas, it’s basis on religion, where certain parts of the Christmas celebration come from (The giving of presents, the Christmas tree, Santa Claus etc.), or perhaps a look at Christmas for people who aren’t religious or follow a different religion to the mainstream which, in some societies, follow Christmas fervently. There are many areas and facets to Christmas that many don’t realise, so try to find an area or topic that many of your fellow students won’t be doing. This will help you to stand above the pack even before you’ve written a word.Research and Be Willing To Learning Something New
When researching Christmas, look into the area you have chosen. If you have chosen the history of Christmas, read back as far as you can. Some parts of Christmas were taken from Pagan rituals, not all were based upon Christianity. Don’t be afraid to learn something new from what information you have in front of you, and don’t let previous beliefs or biases get in your way of new knowledge or understandings. Research thoroughly, and see if any points come up a few times in different texts.Don’t Let Biases Get in Your Way
For some people, it can be hide to keep biases and certain beliefs out of the essay. Some Christians may find it hard to swallow that some traditions come from other religions outside of Christianity. For a non-believer, they may speak rather negatively about the whole celebration. Do not let biases stand in your way.