02545cam a22003253u 4500 70703 UtSlPG 20260610134632.0 m cr n 260607r20231909utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 09022920 UtSlPG en iso639-1 BV Jefferson, Charles Edward, 1860-1937 Christmas builders Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2023 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2023-05-04 Bob Taylor, Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "Christmas Builders" by Charles Edward Jefferson is a reflective theological treatise written in the early 20th century. This work explores the deeper meanings and implications of Christmas, suggesting that the holiday has become too constrained and commercialized. The author examines how the spirit of Christmas, which should embody joy and goodwill, has been overshadowed by the frantic preparations and stress surrounding the day. In "Christmas Builders," Jefferson critiques the current state of Christmas celebrations, highlighting the emotional and physical toll taken on individuals and families in the lead-up to the holiday. He posits that rather than being a source of joy, Christmas has become a chaotic and burdensome experience for many. Through a metaphorical exploration, he suggests expanding the holiday beyond a single day, advocating for a month-long celebration or even a year-round commitment to embodying Christmas virtues. Jefferson argues that the true essence of Christmas is rooted in childlike wonder and purity, emphasizing the importance of maintaining this spirit of giving, joy, and community throughout the year. Ultimately, he calls for a reconstructive approach to how society celebrates Christmas, encouraging a shift from mere observance to a sustained practice of love and kindness. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: United States: Thomas Y. Crowell & Co. Publishers, 1909 Christmas https://archive.org/details/christmasbuilder00jeff/page/n9/mode/2up https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/70703 111429 111429