Just a few weeks before the last month of the year begins, many are wondering. When is the setup? christmas tree. This is one of the most typical symbols of the holiday, the gathering of which takes place in the days before December 25th.
It’s the time of year when families gather together and decorate their homes with festive elements. receive christmasIt is one of the most important celebrations for the Catholic faith. birth of jesus christ. On the other hand, for many people, it is also family bonding event. Thus begins the year-end season, which is full of celebrations.
According to tradition, christmas tree It will be installed more than two weeks before Christmas. In Argentina, Armed with this Christmas symbol is done during December 8th. is the date on which it took place. Mary’s Immaculate Conception Daya religious anniversary with the status of . immovable holiday. This year it will be a Monday, so it will be a three-day holiday.
This Catholic festival aims to emphasize the values of faith, empathy and charity. Virgin Mary worshiped as the mother of Jesus Christborn according to tradition by the work of the Holy Spirit through the intercession of God. Immaculate Conception Day seeks to emphasize the doctrine that: Mary of NazarethJesus’ mother was conceived without sin.
of Christmas very strongly related to treeserves as a place for each family member to hang their favorite ornaments and place gifts. Santa Claus Late night on the 24th. This tradition is centuries old; nordic countries.
he christmas tree In particular, it arises from celebratory events such as: winter solstice. Centuries ago, Celtic people cut down oak trees and brought them home to decorate with fruit and candles. In this way, they tried to “revive” the flowers and ensure that they bloom the next summer. therefore, christmas tree is considered to be The tree of life and even the adaptations of the universe.
in norse mythologythis habit is known as Yggdrasil It expresses the worldview of the Nordic people. In ancient times, it was also known as Frey It was used to celebrate the birth of god of the sun and fertility.
It is thought to date from around the 8th century. St. Boniface We decided to cut down one of these trees in a town in Hesse, Germany. It was a period of remarkable German evangelization, and the end of the worship of gods, which from a Catholic point of view was pagan. In its place, he placed a fir tree, which was considered more suitable for Catholic worship.
This action causes I tried to symbolize God’s love. To do this, he decorated it with apples, representing original sin, and candles, alluding to the light of Christ. over time, Those apples and candles turned into lights and balls. Christmas tree with presents. Later, wreaths and homemade decorations were added.
On top of that, The Christmas tree is also a gathering place for family and unity. And part of this celebration and New Year’s axis is a moment of community gathering to give thanks for the year we’ve had.
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