How do Coptic Orthodox celebrate Christmas?
While many Christians attend a Midnight Mass on Christmas Eve (December 24th), Coptic Christians also attend a special late-night church service on their Christmas Eve (January 6th). The service usually starts around 10pm and goes on until after midnight. Some even last until dawn!
What is the Coptic month leading to Christmas called?
Kiahk
The run-up to Coptic Christmas The Coptic month before Christmas is called Kiahk, the fourth month in the Coptic calendar. During Kiahk, special hymns are sung and worshippers will take part in Midnight Praises (Tasbeha) and the Divine Liturgy.
Why Copts celebrate Christmas on the 7th?
The Coptic Church recognises January 7th as the day that Jesus was born. This is the same date as Orthodox Christmas. Elsewhere in the world, Christmas is celebrated on December 25th.
What is Christmas called in Egypt?
Most Egyptians speak Egyptian Arabic. In Arabic Happy/Merry Christmas is ‘Eid Milad Majid’ (عيد ميلاد مجيد) which means ‘Glorious Birth Feast’. Happy/Merry Christmas in lots more languages. ‘Christmas’ in Arabic is ‘eid almilad’ (عيد الميلاد).
What date is Coptic Christmas?
Jan 7
Coptic Christmas Day Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Tue | Jan 7 |
| 2021 | Thu | Jan 7 |
| 2022 | Fri | Jan 7 |
| 2023 | Sat | Jan 7 |
Where do most families go on Christmas Eve in Egypt?
Devotees gather at churches on Christmas Eve 6, Coptic families gather at churches for a special service. The services normally start at around 10 P.M. and go on till shortly after midnight; sometimes lasting till dawn in some chapels.
How do they say Merry Christmas in Egypt?
Eid Milad Majid
“Merry Christmas” in Egyptian Arabic is “Eid Milad Majid.” Enjoy your holiday!
What do Copts eat for Christmas?
After the Christmas service on the eve of Jan. 7, Copts break their fast with a feast of meat. A favorite Coptic dish during Christmas is called “fatta,” which consists of rice, bread, and boiled lamb or beef.