This year things are tight. There will be nothing under our tree. But that’s OK because the greatest Gift cost us nothing—and cost Him everything. He gave Himself freely.Let us learn to do the same.
Happy Birthday Jesus. Thank you Charles Schulz for the blessings you shared with the world thru this strip. Although it has been almost 14 years since you left this world for your heavenly home; you still touch the hearts and souls of millions of people through your beatiful, yet simple little strip.
Several years back there was an article – I don’t recall if it was a newspaper, magazine or a TV show – that did “Top 10 Television Christmas Moments.” Linus’ recitation of Luke made the #1 spot. While it probably wouldn’t make their list today, it will always be MY #1.
Actually, no one edited or changed the original Sunday cartoon. Luke 2:14 – “Glory to God in the highest and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.” I am just sure the network used a more inclusive note for the tv show. But the reality is that is what the Bible reads.
Yep, first new 1966 Sunday after a snubbing foir a 1961 one last week. And it features the reciting of Linus’ true meaning of Christmas from 1966 one year after the first airing of A Charlie Brown Christmas.
said: I thought the verse said, “Peace on earth, goodwill towards men,” you know: all-inclusive. The way it reads above peace is only wished to “men with whom he is pleased."
There are many translations of the Bible. Linus is quoting from the Revised Standard Version (RSV).We are fortunate that it became a tradition to have annual broadcasts of A Charlie Brown Christmas. Today, if someone created a new program that mentioned the real reason behind Christmas, it would not make it to network television. Another symptom of the sad state of contemporary society.
I don’t remember which came first, the special or this comic, but Schultz commonly used the KJV, which reads, “Goodwill towards men.” I do remember Schultz quoting from the American Standard Version which is is used in today’s comic.
I know you’re not arguing the accuracy of the translation but the choice of which translation is used. It’s possible that Chuck chose the other translation for this work. If that’s the case, then it’s his prerogative to make this change. If not, then I would agree that his work should remain unmodified, even though I believe that the ASV is more accurate than a 400-year, first time English translation.
Merry Christmas & thanks for your comment. I agree that we have a choice in how commercial the holiday is.
I could maybe handle Jesus Claus, punishing the wicked and greedy, bringing peace and equality to all mankind. Oh wait! There I go again, i’m describing a Communist.
I love this (and the special that begat it). I was 6 when “A Charlie Brown Christmas” first aired, and some of my best memories of the season are of watching it with my family while I was in grade school. My dad and sister are gone so that leaves me and Mom, who turns 87 Friday. This is even more than a celebration of Christmas to me…it’s a connection with my childhood that’ll remain after everyone in my family is no longer with me.
Merry Christmas, everyone, and don’t let the haters ruin it for you.
If only I had discovered Charles Schulz and his Peanuts strip sooner.It’s been almost 3 years now I’ve been reading Peanuts.I’m glad I did because today’s strip is heartwarming to say the least.xxx
Actually, the japanese celebrate the Emperor’s birthday, which is on DEc.24th so coincides with Christmas. (in japanese: 陛下天皇誕生日, his majesty the Emperor’s birthday, and christmas is クリスマス kurisumasu)
I actually think this strip is subversive in the same way that the “Great Pumpkin” is subversive: they both point out that religious and imaginary characters are exactly alike.
Many people think that Charles Schulz had some rock-ribbed Christian beliefs, but it is not true. He had doubts all his life, and in the late 80s, he said, “I do not go to church anymore… I guess you might say I’ve come around to secular humanism, an obligation I believe all humans have to others and the world we live in.”
I think his doubts come through in his strips, though he didn’t make it blatant.
Favorite strip and Merry Christmas Charlie Brown fave Christmas special. The verse is from Luke 2. Hallmark had an ornament this year with Linus reciting this verse. It is what Christmas is all about! Merry Christmas to all!
Luke 2:14 says, Glory to God in the highest and on earth peace, good will toward all men just like in the video Linux0s posted. Why does the strip add with whom He is pleased? Whoever is doing the strip now is adding to the scripture. Nonbelievers will stop there and go no further.
Neo Stryder about 11 years ago
Agree with Linus
JoeyCooler777 about 11 years ago
Huzzah, the famous Christmas speech. My all time favorite peanuts comic.
Don Winchester Premium Member about 11 years ago
Right on!
Miny Boy about 11 years ago
Beautiful.
Templo S.U.D. about 11 years ago
Of course. It’s not Clausmas for cryin’ out loud.
i_am_the_jam about 11 years ago
Thanks, Linus.
RetFor about 11 years ago
commerce needs santa claus.
orinoco womble about 11 years ago
Who indeed?
This year things are tight. There will be nothing under our tree. But that’s OK because the greatest Gift cost us nothing—and cost Him everything. He gave Himself freely.Let us learn to do the same.
Have a good Sonday, y’all.
dsukenick about 11 years ago
This strip was shown a year after the Christmas special. This is the only time a strip is based on a special.
hariseldon59 about 11 years ago
Christmas time is here, happiness and cheer …
Linux0s about 11 years ago
cowboy5xsbc about 11 years ago
Happy Birthday Jesus. Thank you Charles Schulz for the blessings you shared with the world thru this strip. Although it has been almost 14 years since you left this world for your heavenly home; you still touch the hearts and souls of millions of people through your beatiful, yet simple little strip.
Spotted Owl about 11 years ago
Well said Linus. We don’t need Santa Claus but we sure do need Christ.
biglar about 11 years ago
Several years back there was an article – I don’t recall if it was a newspaper, magazine or a TV show – that did “Top 10 Television Christmas Moments.” Linus’ recitation of Luke made the #1 spot. While it probably wouldn’t make their list today, it will always be MY #1.
davidf42 about 11 years ago
Beautiful! Thank you to Charles Schulz and Linus!
Snoopy_Fan about 11 years ago
Simply beautiful!
Cajtri87 about 11 years ago
Actually, no one edited or changed the original Sunday cartoon. Luke 2:14 – “Glory to God in the highest and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.” I am just sure the network used a more inclusive note for the tv show. But the reality is that is what the Bible reads.
Darryl Heine about 11 years ago
Yep, first new 1966 Sunday after a snubbing foir a 1961 one last week. And it features the reciting of Linus’ true meaning of Christmas from 1966 one year after the first airing of A Charlie Brown Christmas.
tripwire45 about 11 years ago
I’m glad 21st century newspapers still allow Linus to read from the Bible.
Plods with ...™ about 11 years ago
Amen
fefehelms about 11 years ago
Here it is, plain and simple
bubbaty about 11 years ago
Go Linus!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Bosn_c_otter about 11 years ago
Without Santa claus Christmas would be as thrilling as Chanukah
Raymond Powell about 11 years ago
My sentiments exactly!
EricPost about 11 years ago
How about the other 5 billion people in the world who aren’t Christian?
summerdog86 about 11 years ago
I need a little Santa Claus in my life. I’m glad he’s there.
Jonathan K. and the Elusive Dream Girl about 11 years ago
There are many translations of the Bible. Linus is quoting from the Revised Standard Version (RSV).We are fortunate that it became a tradition to have annual broadcasts of A Charlie Brown Christmas. Today, if someone created a new program that mentioned the real reason behind Christmas, it would not make it to network television. Another symptom of the sad state of contemporary society.
saevhg about 11 years ago
This strip is a true classic!
Don Winchester Premium Member about 11 years ago
Eric -Then move about your day. Just because there’s 5 billion non Christians, does that mean we can’t celebrate the way we want to?
jpsomebody about 11 years ago
Linus doesn’t need Santa Claus. He has the Great Pumpkin to fill his materialistic needs.
sewdan about 11 years ago
I don’t remember which came first, the special or this comic, but Schultz commonly used the KJV, which reads, “Goodwill towards men.” I do remember Schultz quoting from the American Standard Version which is is used in today’s comic.
I know you’re not arguing the accuracy of the translation but the choice of which translation is used. It’s possible that Chuck chose the other translation for this work. If that’s the case, then it’s his prerogative to make this change. If not, then I would agree that his work should remain unmodified, even though I believe that the ASV is more accurate than a 400-year, first time English translation.
Merry Christmas & thanks for your comment. I agree that we have a choice in how commercial the holiday is.
germanvisitor about 11 years ago
Santa Claus as in Saint Nicholaus or as in former Coca Cola mascot?According to the bible Jesus was born in late spring or summer anyway.
Asharah about 11 years ago
Santa Claus gave parents the ability to give gifts to the children without “spoiling” them.
Thomas Scott Roberts creator about 11 years ago
Easy for Linus to say. He has the Great Pumpkin.
Space_cat about 11 years ago
I could maybe handle Jesus Claus, punishing the wicked and greedy, bringing peace and equality to all mankind. Oh wait! There I go again, i’m describing a Communist.
bbruck1941 about 11 years ago
Right on Linus! Amen!
mac47 about 11 years ago
This was actually a year after the Christmas special. Hence “as I’ve said before.”
Aaron Saltzer about 11 years ago
Exactly. I think Charles Schulz was trying to speak to everyone through Linus. Too bad he didn’t make Linus religious any other time.
Guilty Bystander about 11 years ago
I love this (and the special that begat it). I was 6 when “A Charlie Brown Christmas” first aired, and some of my best memories of the season are of watching it with my family while I was in grade school. My dad and sister are gone so that leaves me and Mom, who turns 87 Friday. This is even more than a celebration of Christmas to me…it’s a connection with my childhood that’ll remain after everyone in my family is no longer with me.
Merry Christmas, everyone, and don’t let the haters ruin it for you.
Number Three about 11 years ago
If only I had discovered Charles Schulz and his Peanuts strip sooner.It’s been almost 3 years now I’ve been reading Peanuts.I’m glad I did because today’s strip is heartwarming to say the least.xxx
Cathleen Anderson about 11 years ago
Amen…! Merry Christmas to all.
Uskoke almost 11 years ago
Actually, the japanese celebrate the Emperor’s birthday, which is on DEc.24th so coincides with Christmas. (in japanese: 陛下天皇誕生日, his majesty the Emperor’s birthday, and christmas is クリスマス kurisumasu)
jppjr almost 11 years ago
THANK YOU to those responsible for keeping this excellent comic strip running!!
scyphi26 almost 11 years ago
Who indeed?
Michelle Morris almost 11 years ago
I never knew there was a sequel!
Nairebis almost 11 years ago
I actually think this strip is subversive in the same way that the “Great Pumpkin” is subversive: they both point out that religious and imaginary characters are exactly alike.
Many people think that Charles Schulz had some rock-ribbed Christian beliefs, but it is not true. He had doubts all his life, and in the late 80s, he said, “I do not go to church anymore… I guess you might say I’ve come around to secular humanism, an obligation I believe all humans have to others and the world we live in.”
I think his doubts come through in his strips, though he didn’t make it blatant.
dsukenick almost 11 years ago
I’m pretty sure he didn’t.
Kerrdog almost 11 years ago
AMEN Linus!
Lauren Costa Premium Member almost 11 years ago
Favorite strip and Merry Christmas Charlie Brown fave Christmas special. The verse is from Luke 2. Hallmark had an ornament this year with Linus reciting this verse. It is what Christmas is all about! Merry Christmas to all!
William McCracken almost 11 years ago
Luke 2:14 says, Glory to God in the highest and on earth peace, good will toward all men just like in the video Linux0s posted. Why does the strip add with whom He is pleased? Whoever is doing the strip now is adding to the scripture. Nonbelievers will stop there and go no further.
Paul Rider Premium Member almost 11 years ago
So true!
jnnydnti almost 11 years ago
The presents under the tree exist.
comicpat65 Premium Member almost 11 years ago
Jesus is the reason for the season!
the humorist formerly known as Hotshot1984 Premium Member almost 11 years ago
Or, for that matter, the Great Pumpkin, since Halloween is supposed to be a day for remembering the dead.
lizilu almost 11 years ago
There’s plenty of room for Jesus AND St. Nick. Rejoice, be happy!
safistikaytdlayd almost 11 years ago
Amen Linus and Charles Schulz!
gcstein about 2 months ago
Try seven billion.