without a doubt, one of christian festival The most traditional Christmas in the world. According to tradition, it is a time of commemoration of the birth of Christ, which takes place every 25 December. There are clearly some curiosities that are strange. But it is necessary to first reveal that the birth of Jesus was probably not the month of December due to historical relics.
However, the tradition is passed down from one generation to the next and the Christian spirit is what really matters. Everything that is part of Christmas has a meaning, from the feast to the other symbols of the Christian feast. Sometimes, there may be different ways of celebrating Christmas between one country and another, but all involve Christmas spirit,
1. Dinner
Christmas dinner always takes place on the 24th of Christmas Eve, and families love to share the moment at midnight. One of the curiosities is about Peru de Natal. The bird is originally from Mexican Indian tribes and was first served on Thanksgiving Day mid 1621,
Soon, it became popular and became the main dish at Christmas dinner.
2. Candles
Candles currently have a figurative meaning, as they represent the light of Jesus. Earlier it was just for lighting, but it has become symbolic and present on most tables. Some religious denominations that are of Christian origin, but not Catholic, forbid the use of candles.
But most of them and, above all, Catholics do not do without candles on Christmas Eve.
3. Birth Scene
When looking at the crib, we quickly recognized that it represented christ nativity scene, According to biblical text and Catholic tradition, Jesus was born in a small village called Bethlehem, as his family traveled each year to Israel’s capital, Jerusalem, during the census period.
Thus, on the way, Jesus was born in a stable where animals were kept. For this reason, in the manger Jesus was seen lying in a manger and surrounded by the animals of the respective stables. It is accompanied by his mother Mary and his adoptive father Joseph.
4. Christmas Tree Ornament
There are several versions for the appearance of the Christmas tree, but the most accepted is that it appeared in pagan parties in the medieval era. Originally, it had nothing to do with Christianity and Christmas. It was not until the 16th century that people began making Christmas trees that were decorated with apples and walnuts.
Over time, colored balls, flashing lights, among others were created. A star was also placed on top of the tree, representing the star that would have announced the arrival of the baby Jesus into the world, as well as, Guided by three wise men who had gone to meet him.
5. Christmas Gifts
When we give presents to people at Christmas, there is a symbolism as well. This act represents the moment the wise men brought gifts to the baby Jesus: incense, gold, and myrrh.
Thus, symbolically, we imitate the act of recognizing Jesus in the lives of those we care about and, therefore, we turn them away.
6. Holi Leaves
Holi leaves are not as popular today as they were a few years back. But they also represent life and good energy for Christians who gather together, at Christmas.
it is a species of lucky charm For those who are celebrating Christmas and it is still widely used in some countries.
7. Santa Claus
The figure of Santa Claus lives in the minds of children and even many adults. No one knows that Santa Claus actually existed. Even though he is no longer alive, the Spirit of Good preached and his example continues.
this is a Catholic Bishop of St. Nicholas, who in turn lived in the 4th century and, at Christmas, used to visit needy children who gave presents.
