History of Christmas
The red robed figure of Santa Claus is one of the most loved images of many people’s childhood and the excitement doesn’t just stop with the children either. Usually the graphic tale of an old bearded man climbing down your chimney at night isn’t a story you would want to promote ...Read Full Article... Silent Night: The Story of the World War I Christmas Truce by Stanley Weintraub describes the true events that occurred in 1914 between enemy soldiers on Christmas Eve. British, German, Belgian and French troops stopped their fight, sang carols, exchanged small gifts and even played soccer before recommencing the war. ...Read Full Article... In Italy, the Christmas season stretches from December 25 through January 6. Throughout the entire country, activity slows to a crawl; businesses close, families gather and towns celebrate. Even the smallest communities sparkle with Christmas lights and religious displays. At this holy and special time of year, Italians take time out ...Read Full Article... One of the best Christmas traditions around the world is the hanging of the mistletoe in doorways to receive a kiss underneath it. But where did this tradition begin and does the mistletoe have magical powers? Some say it began with the Norse myths. It is said that one of ...Read Full Article... Frankincense and Myrrh are both aromatic tree resins that were highly valued in ancient times. It’s no wonder they were used as gifts presented by the Magi at the birth of Christ. But what made these lumps of sap so desirable? Frankincense Obtained from Boswellia trees, this sap is ...Read Full Article... Thanksgiving is a traditional American holiday that brings people together from all backgrounds and creeds. To many this celebration is about spending time with family and enjoying fellowship during a feast. To many it is also about giving thanks. Unlike modern times, did you know that the first Thanksgiving ...Read Full Article... Christmas is a time of giving and tradition. Here are some wonderful Christmas facts from around the world. In Australia, Christmas is celebrated with a traditional ham or turkey dinner, with a plum pudding for dessert. In the gold rush times, a gold nugget was often hid in the pudding. ...Read Full Article... |
