Here Comes Santa Claus A Symbol of Good Cheer
A study traces Santa Claus origins from Saturnalia to St Nicholas to Kriss Kringle, noting German, Dutch, English influences. It credits Clement Clarke Moore and Thomas Nast for shaping the modern jolly figure with a sleigh and reindeer, now a worldwide Christmas symbol.
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Santa Claus
St. Nicholas
Asia Minor
Sante Klaas
New World
Clement Clarke Moore
Thomas Nast
Paradise Tree to Christmas Tree Evolution
The Paradise tree evolved from early German traditions on Adam and Eve feast day, originally trimmed with apples and treats. Candles and ornate decorations borrowed from the pyramid tree transformed it into the modern Christmas tree symbolizing the light of Christ and Christian joy.
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Germany
Christmas Legends and the Glastonbury Thorn
A compact look at traditions around Christmas including the Glastonbury thorn legend of Joseph of Arimathea, the little drummer boy tale, and the origin of the poinsettia linked to a Mexican boy’s prayer. The piece reflects holiday lore and seasonal gift items from Sears Roebuck.
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Joseph of
Arimathea
Jesus
England
Glastonbury
Paradise Play Symbolism in Medieval Christmas Trees
In medieval Europe churches staged mystery plays to edify worshippers. The Paradise play depicted Adam and Eve using a fir tree hung with apples to symbolize the Garden of Eden, giving the Christmas tree a religious focus beyond decoration.
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Europe
Garden of Eden
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Santa
Saturn
Father Christmas
Christ Child
United States
Nast
Adam
Queen Victoria
Ethel Janet
Ada
Sears & Roebuck
Tree of Life
Pam Sanders
Lordsburg High School
Pam
Lorrie Ibarra
Sylvia Cortez
Margaret Lazos
Cynthia Ruiz
Alice Martinez
Michelle Sanchez
Lorrie Odam
Merry Christmas
City of
Lordsburg
el Charro
Maverick Room
Circle H Grocery
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