Many People Feel That Shortening Merry Christmas to Merry Xmas is Insulting
The first letter of “Christ” in Greek translates to “X,” as in the Roman alphabet. While the abbreviation isn’t used in most Christmas-based advertising or scripture, the word “Xmas” dates back to the 12th century, when it was used in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle. Keeping Christ in the word “Christmas”... Sign in to see full entry.