Controversial Nigerian cleric, Prophet Chukwuemeka Cyril Ohanaemere, popularly known as Odumeje, has said he does not celebrate Christmas, offering his own interpretation of the season.
Speaking to his congregation while dressed in Christmas-themed attire, Odumeje explained that he celebrates what he described as “Chrismarity” rather than Christmas.
According to him, the word Christmas connotes the celebration of a mass, which he believes does not fully capture the essence of Christ.
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He argued that Chrismarity sounds more Christlike and better reflects his understanding of the celebration.
“I am not celebrating Christmas; I am celebrating Chrismarity. That is Christly. That is enjoyment. Christmas is like just doing mass, but Chrismarity is everything. It is Christlike,” he said.
Despite his stance, the cleric concluded his remarks by wishing his followers well for the season, saying, “Merry Christmas.”
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