For an inspiring new take on the time-honored God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, read the words and watch the performance of this memorable processional number.

The Prophecy of Zacharias, or Benedictus, is a less-known but significant part of the Christmas story.

The Magnificat is a profound hymn of praise spoken by Mary, the mother of Jesus, during her visit to her cousin Elizabeth, shortly after the Annunciation. Learn more about this significant poetic prayer here.

Sacred scriptures and modern prophets teach that Jesus Christ is the light of the world, a light that is endless and that cannot be darkened. Featured in this post is a radio drama covering much of the Nativity Story.

Lloyd D. Newell teaches that in order to overcome fear we must have hope, develop love, turn to God, and trust Him.

A short video taken from his address, “Fear Not.”

God tells us to “fear not.” He can say that because He knows more than we do. He knows what is coming, and, in the eternal scheme of things, it is not as bad as we may think.

A substantial read and one well worth the effort.

A musician shares his thinking about the Christmas Star, coming to a conclusion you may like.

The familiar Latin phrase, Dona Nobis Pacem, asks of God that which, perhaps ironically, was invoked by the mouth of angels on the fields outside Bethlehem.

While the historical and astronomical evidence remains inconclusive, several interesting theories have been proposed by astronomers and scholars.

The nativity scene tradition has evolved over centuries, becoming a significant part of Christmas celebrations worldwide.

The Book of Mormon refers to astronomical “signs and wonders” to accompany the birth of Christ, but one of those signs is so remarkable as to set it apart from the others.

Children around the world love the story of Jesus’ birth. Interestingly, it’s the small details that appeal most to their fertile imaginations.

The Wexford Carol is an ancient Irish song recounting the birth of Jesus Christ.

The hymn "Lo, How a Rose E'er Blooming" incorporates multiple symbolic meanings, including that of Jesus Christ, reflecting His divine love and the spiritual connection between believers and God.

Christina Rossetti’s In the Bleak Midwinter is a classic English Christmas hymn.

Here read all five verses of Edmund Sears classic Christmas poem.

Poetess Christina Rossetti invites nature to join her in rejoicing that Christ has come.

An outstanding article by Paul Thomas Smith, carefully delineating the events surrounding the nativity of the Christ. A substantial article and well worth the time to read it.

An outstanding BYU Forum address by Elder Bruce D. Porter. This is a substantial article and one that is highly recommended.

For older Latter-day Saints, actor Jimmy Stewart is iconic for his role in ‘Mr. Krueger’s Christmas’, a little-known and highly underrated Christmas move made in 1984.