Christmas Greens Through History and Lore
The article traces Christmas greenery origins from ancient Greece and pagan rites, noting bay leaves in decoration and holly in common use. It explains mistletoe powers and kissing lore, and recalls ash as a traditional Yule log wood, with editors linking greens to symbolic meanings and festive customs.
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Christ
England
Greece
Grolier Universal Encyclopedia
Enciclopedia International
What Children Believe About Santa Worldwide
Across nations children honor different gift bringers. Austria and Belgium leave notes or shoes for St. Nicholas and the Christ Child. Finland calls Father Christmas with regional names. Hungary and Sweden tell of Kriss Kringle and Julnisen. in the Philippines and Spain children seek the Three Kings or the Christ Child. Mexico features Quetzalcoatl influence. Switzerland holds parades for St. Nicholas. Poland uses the Wise Men with a Star Man exam. gifts arrive from angels, camels, or stars depending on the country.
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Austria
Jesus
St. Nicholas
Christ
Belgium
Finland
Father Christmas
England
Hungary
Kriss Kringle
Sweden
Julnisen
Philippine Islands
Mexico
Santa
Quetzalcoatl
Switzerland
Bethlehem
Spain
Balthasar
Poland
Wise Men Follow the Star to Bethlehem
A poetic reminiscence recalls the Magi guiding camels by a celestial beacon to Bethlehem Where the Christ Child rests. They kneel adore and hear angels sing Joining shepherds to learn the message from above and share it with future generations inviting all to follow.
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Bethlehem
Christ Child
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