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2. – Latin for "peace," often seen in the greeting "Pax Christi" (Peace of Christ).
5. – The sacrament of Communion, commemorating the Last Supper of Jesus with his disciples.
9. – The belief that God became flesh in the form of Jesus Christ.
12. – An exclamation of praise to God, often sung during Christmas and religious services.
13. – A plant hung as a decoration, under which people traditionally kiss at Christmas.
16. – The act of restoring friendly relations, especially the forgiveness of sins in Christianity.
17. – A member of a Christian denomination that emphasizes the second coming of Christ.
19. – The trough where Jesus was laid after his birth, often depicted in nativity scenes.
20. – A choral musical composition, often performed during the Christmas season.
22. – A circular arrangement of flowers or leaves, commonly used as a Christmas decoration.
25. – A depiction of the birth of Jesus Christ, often displayed during Christmas.
26. – The first people to hear of Jesus’ birth, visited by angels on the night of his birth.
27. – The archangel who announced the birth of Jesus to the Virgin Mary.
28. – A musical composition that evokes the night, often linked to Christmas Eve services.

1. – A letter, especially those written by the apostles in the New Testament.
3. – A gift of incense given to the baby Jesus by the Magi, symbolizing his future death.
4. – The season of preparation for the birth of Jesus Christ, beginning four weeks before Christmas.
6. – The state of being holy or sacred, often applied to the life of Jesus Christ.
7. – A name meaning “God with us,” referring to the prophecy of Jesus’ birth.
8. – The fertilized egg, symbolically referencing the beginning of Jesus’ earthly life.
10. – A red flower associated with Christmas, often used in decorations.
11. – The Savior of humanity, as prophesied in the Bible, and revealed through Jesus Christ.
12. – A cry of praise or adoration, often used during religious observances and hymns.
14. – A fragrant resin offered by the Magi to the infant Jesus, symbolizing his divinity.
15. – A hymn of praise to God, often sung during Christmas Mass or services.
18. – The town where Jesus was born.
21. – The German word for Christmas tree, often used in traditional carols.
23. – A shiny decoration draped on Christmas trees, often made of thin metal strips.
24. – The celebration of the revelation of Christ to the Magi, observed on January 6th.
26. – Heavenly beings or angels associated with the worship of God, mentioned in the Bible.