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The

Concise Lexicon of Christianity

Teachings, worship, rites, sermons, and terminology

Scripture Readings

1 January, the Eighth Day of Christmas
Holy Name

(In Roman Catholic Churches, Mary, Mother of God )

In accordance with Jewish Law, a male baby is circumcised and officially given his name on the eighth day. Since we observe Jesus’ birth on 25 December, this is the day on which He officially receives His name.

Numbers 6:22-27

Psalm 8

Galatians 4:4-7 —or—  Philippians 2:5-11

Luke 2:15-21