When examining the biblical calendar, December already carried religious significance long before later traditions assigned it as the birthdate of Jesus. Scripture identifies this time of year with the Feast of Dedication, also known as Hanukkah, a winter festival commemorating the rededication of the Temple. This existing observance makes it unlikely that Jesus’ birth occurred in December, especially since the Bible consistently connects His arrival with themes and seasons associated with God’s appointed times rather than later-added traditions.