In the fourth century C.E., despite the stand taken by the early Christians against the custom of celebrating birthdays, the Catholic Church instituted Christmas.
Lanxa amaKhristu ekhulu lokuqala lelesibili engazange avumelane lomkhuba wokunanza izinsuku zokuzalwa, ngekhulu lesine C.E. iSonto yamaKatolika yasungula iKhisimusi.