Mount of Beatitudes Draws Thousands of Visitors
Thousands visit the Mount of Beatitudes in Lower Galilee to see the chapel built on the site of Jesus sermon on the Mount. From the chapel visitors trace Jesus steps from the hill to the Sea of Galilee where he preached and performed miracles.
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Carol Song Origins and Nativity References In Verse
A medieval English carol emerged as a poem that could be recited or sung and often covered diverse subjects. It was performed as a dance and song, with the term carol tracing to the French carole meaning a round dance. The text also mentions Nazareth and Dana as nearby locations.
St Francis Introduced First Christmas Crèche
The 1223 Bethlehem stable scene created by St Francis of Assisi in Greccio aimed to teach peasants the meaning of Christmas. Borrowed animals and villagers attended the church unveiling, yielding a powerful, lasting tradition that spread across Christendom. A separate regional apple custom symbolized health and happiness.
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Wreath from Wire Hanger Crafted for Holidays
An easy evergreen wreath can be made from a wire coat hanger shaped into a ring. Attach sprigs with thread and a needle, then dust with aerosol snow before hanging.
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