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Newspaper
Bowie News
Location
Bowie, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1965
Page
15
The article explains Melchior's gold honors Jesus as King, Caspar's frankincense proclaims God’s presence, and Balthazar's myrrh signals earthly mortality and spiritual transformation. It notes the symbols’ enduring power as Christ influence spreads, especially at Christmas.
The piece traces legends behind the Christmas tree from a heralded night of Jesus birth to ancient winter feasts, noting a forest tree lit with candles and an Infant at the top, and St. Boniface who tied the fir to Christian practice replacing the oak. It concludes that today the tree remains essential to Christmas.
Historians link decorating the Christmas tree with lights to Martin Luther after a Christmas Eve walk under the stars. Encyclopedia Americana notes Luther reenacted the scene for his family by lighting candles on the tree.
A nostalgic reflection on Christmas celebrating with greetings gifts carols and gatherings. It notes lights, scents, and decorations throughout town and discusses memories customs and the magical charm surrounding Christmas with mentions of tree ornaments from candles to fashioned folk practices.
The piece compares Santa Claus myths with Hoteiosho in Japan and notes how U S Christmas customs reflect immigrant influences. It cites Santa’s origins in The Night Before Christmas by Dr Clement Moore and observes worldwide adoption of U S style decorations and store displays.
The tale says Martin Luther decorated a tree with lit candles to share a reflection of the heavens on the first Holy Night. It notes this custom would be frowned upon today due to fire safety concerns.
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