Former Jehovah's Witness Explains Why Birthdays and Christmas Are Forbidden

Why Jehovah's Witnesses Don't Celebrate Birthdays or Christmas: An Ex-Member's Perspective Spain - A recent podcast interview sheds light on the reasons behind the Jehovah's Witnesses' abstention from celebrating birthdays and Christmas. Animales Humanos, a Spanish podcast host, interviewed Dani Ataraxia, a former member of the faith, who provided insights into the religious beliefs underpinning these practices. According to Dani, "The Bible mentions instances where birthdays were associated with negative events, leading to the belief that celebrating them is inappropriate." This interpretation, along with the faith's perspective on the origins of Christmas celebrations, forms the basis for their avoidance of these holidays. The interview also touched upon the social implications of these beliefs within the community and the personal experiences of those who have left the faith. Dani's firsthand account offers a nuanced understanding of the complexities involved. The full interview is available on Animales Humanos' YouTube and Spotify channels.