December 25 is celebrated as Christmas Day in Burundi, marking the birth of Jesus Christ. The day is observed with church services, music, and communal celebrations that blend Christian devotion with Burundian traditions of family and togetherness.
- Emmanuel – From the Hebrew Immanuel, meaning God is with us. It symbolizes divine presence and hope, central to the meaning of Christmas.
- Benigne – Of Latin origin, meaning kind or benevolent. It conveys gentleness, goodwill, and moral virtue.
- Gloria – From Latin, meaning glory or praise. It reflects joy and worship, echoing the angelic hymn “Gloria in excelsis Deo.”
