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Etymology & Definition
CHRISTMAS =Christ + Mass -> Christ’s Mass
“An annual commemoration of the birth of Jesus Christ”
HISTORY• Ancient Pagan Times
Celebrated as the night that the Great Mother Goddess gives birth to the baby Sun God
It is also called Yule, the day a huge log is added to a bonfire
HISTORY• Roman Times
Celebrations honouring Saturnus (the harvest god) and Mithras (the ancient god of light
“Winter is not forever, that life continues, and an invitation to stay in good spirit”
Christmas Customs• Advent Candles– The candle of Hope–A symbol of God's Peace– The candle of Love– The candle of Joy– The candle that reminds Christians of
the birth of Jesus.
Christmas Customs• Christingles– The orange– The candle – The red ribbon– The four cocktail sticks – The sweets (or sometimes dried fruit)– The foil
Christmas Customs• Mistletoe– It was believed that kissing
under the mistletoe would lead to marriage.–Brings good luck and health. –A good crop of mistletoe is a sign that
there will be a good harvest in the following season.
Christmas Customs• Christmas Carols– Songs about Christmas or
winter that are sung just before or during Christmas
• Christmas Cards– Greetings cards with a
design which celebratesChristmas
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