Christmas – The Feast of Blood

Christmas – The Feast of Blood

Christmas is primarily celebrated to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ, a central event in Christianity, observed on December 25th. The festivities emphasize family gatherings, gift-giving, traditions such as decorating Christmas trees and singing carols, and spreading charity. Christians worldwide celebrate the festival with church services, nativity plays, and reflections on the life of Jesus, thus blending religious customs with cultural traditions. Shared meals, festivities, and the creation of memories through traditions passed down through generations strengthen family bonds. Communities organize events such as markets, parades, and acts of charity to foster unity and generosity. In Kenya, aid organizations like KESCA have been organizing annual Christmas celebrations for young adults from the youth welfare system since 2008. They provide meals, gifts, and joy, ensuring that no one is forgotten during the holidays. From December 8th to 22nd, 2025, Carlcare is offering Christmas services at its Kenyan centers, including repairs and discounts. The general celebrations are similar to those worldwide, but will be adapted locally for community events and family gatherings. In Germany, over 750 million animals are slaughtered annually (mostly poultry, pigs, and cattle). Poultry consumption increases sharply at Christmas – hundreds of thousands of geese are estimated to be killed specifically for roast goose (approximately 600,000 geese annually in total, peaking during the holiday season). The contrast to the "festival of love" is painful for many animal rights activists: while we celebrate peace, millions of sentient beings suffer and die in factory farms and slaughterhouses. In Kenya, meat consumption rises sharply during the Christmas season, as many families slaughter goats, sheep, cattle, and chickens for festive meals – although precise official figures for the Christmas period are not available. But the increase is likely to be enormous. Approximately 1.9 million cattle and calves, as well as 9–10 million sheep and goats, are slaughtered annually in Kenya (data up to 2023). The total number of farm animals slaughtered in 2023 was around 80 million, with chickens making up the majority. During the festive season (December), demand doubles or triples in cities like Nairobi, where markets can process up to 10,000 small livestock slaughters per week—up to a quarter of the city's demand at Christmas and Easter. Reports speak of "thousands" of goats slaughtered during this period alone, though precise national statistics are unavailable. In short, the Christmas season is a time of bloodshed and killing. Peace and love at Christmas are an illusion. Every animal has the right to life! https://www.abhibus.com/blog/reasons-why-we-celebrate-christmas/ https://www.britannica.com/topic/Christmas https://wycare.org https://kesca.org/annual-christmas-party/ https://www.care-kenya.org