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Examines the historical accuracy of the Bible's story about the birthplace of Jesus Christ. Discussion of whether or not Christ was born in Bethlehem of Judea; Suggestion that Christ may have been born in another town of Bethlehem in Galilee, four miles west of Nazareth; Comments from Neil Asher Silberman, a contributing editor to "Archaeology" magazine, on how important it is to know exactly where Christ was born.

Claims that Israeli archaeologists have uncovered the place where Christians believe Blessed Virgin Mary rested on her way to Bethlehem to give birth to Jesus Christ.

The article presents a calendar of religious events. From December 20 to 31, 2006, Muslims should conduct a pilgrimage, also known as hajj, and visit the holy city of Mecca. Meanwhile, Christmas commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ in Bethlehem, Judaea. Christians celebrate Christmas on December 25. Moreover, Shvat Tu B'Shvat, also known as the New Year of Trees, marked the beginning of the fiscal year in ancient Israel, when farmers would be taxed on their harvests.