Does Baha'i celebrate Christmas

Answer 1

The Baha'i Faith is a religion which exists independently of all other religions. As such it has its own calendar and its own holy days. The majority of believers therefore do not necessarily feel that they need to celebrate the holy days of other religions. However, the Baha'i Faith also believes that all religions extend from the same source (eg, God) and that its primary goal is to foster unity amongst all religions. The Founder of the Faith, Baha'u'llah (Arabic: Glory of God), taught that followers should consort with the followers of all religions in a spirit of friendliness and fellowship. It is therefore not only permitted but encouraged that believers can take part in the festivals of other religions. The only restriction would be taking part in sacraments which declare one's religion, such as communion. Thus, a Baha'i can attend a Christmas Mass, sing carols, close one's eye in prayer, experience the radiance, but would not take communion.