The origins and customs of Christmas. How did Christmas come about?
1. The origin of Christmas: Many children think that Christmas is the day when Santa Claus is born. In fact, Christmas is a celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. It is said that Jesus was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the virgin Mary. God even sent the messenger Gabriel to speak to Joseph in a dream, telling him not to reject Mary because she was pregnant out of wedlock, but to marry her and name the child Jesus, which meant that he would save the people from their sins. . When Mary was about to give birth, the Roman government issued an order that all people must declare their household registration when they went to Bethlehem. Joseph and Mary had no choice but to obey. When they arrived in Bethlehem, it was already dark. Unfortunately, the two of them could not find a hotel to spend the night. There was only a stable for temporary accommodation. At this moment, Jesus was going to be born. So Mary gave birth to Jesus in a manger. In order to commemorate the birth of Jesus, later generations designated December 25th as Christmas, and celebrated mass every year to commemorate the birth of Jesus.
2. Christmas cards: Christmas cards are very popular in the United States and Europe, and are also one of the ways to maintain relationships with distant relatives and friends. Many families bring annual family photos or family news with the greeting cards. The news usually includes the merits and specialties of family members in the past year.
3. Christmas socks: In the past, they were a pair of big red socks, of any size. Because Christmas stockings are used to hold gifts, they are children's favorite thing. They will hang their socks by their bed at night, waiting to receive gifts the next morning.
4. Santa hat: It is a red hat. It is said that if you wear it to sleep at night, you will not only sleep peacefully and warmly, but you will also find some extra gifts from your loved ones in the hat the next day. gift. On carnival night, it is the protagonist of the whole scene. No matter where you go, you will see various kinds of Santa hats.
5. Christmas tree: The modern Christmas tree originated in Germany, and later gradually became popular around the world, becoming one of the most famous traditions in Christmas celebrations. Usually around Christmas people bring an evergreen plant such as a pine tree indoors or outdoors and decorate it with Christmas lights and colorful decorations. And place an angel or star on top of the tree.