Christmas is the biggest festival in the Christian world. At the beginning of the 4th century AD, 65438+1October 6th was a double festival for churches in the Eastern Roman Empire to commemorate the birth and baptism of Jesus, which was called Epiphany (also known as Epiphany), that is, God revealed himself to the world through Jesus. Later, historians found in the calendar used by Roman Christians that the page of 65438+ February 25, 354 AD recorded: "Christ was born in Bethlehem, Judah."
The traditional customs of Christmas
Baking Christmas cake, a British tradition, spread centuries ago, and people used to drink plum porridge on Christmas Eve. Christmas cake is baked with eggs, butter, desserts and fruits. Nowadays, Christmas cake has become an indispensable part of the Christmas menu.
Giving gifts to relatives and friends, this tradition originated from a legend: three wise men gave gifts to baby Jesus at Christmas. Every Christmas, friends and relatives, especially children, will give gifts to each other. The story of Santa Claus also comes from this tradition.
3. Decorate the Christmas tree. This tradition refers to decorating pine trees with colored lights, gold foils, garlands, decorations, candy bars, etc. Nowadays, the Christmas tree is also an indispensable part of celebrating festivals.
4, lighting Christmas candles, this tradition means that people will put a lighted candle outside the house during Christmas. Even in the darkest room, candles can bring light and symbolize hope. In the early years, when Christians were persecuted, they were forbidden to preach and pray. Therefore, Christians put candles outside the house, suggesting that they are still praying silently in their hearts.
Singing Christmas carols is an ancient custom: Christmas is always accompanied by one traditional Christmas song after another. Songs bring joy to people and add festive atmosphere. Every year when Christmas is celebrated, various Christmas hymns or carols, such as The First Christmas, Jingle Bells and Joy Around the World, will play melodies.
6. Making Christmas manger is also an ancient Christmas custom. People use figurines and managers to create the scene of the birth of Jesus. The first manger was built outside a church in St. Francis to show children the scene of Jesus' birth. This custom has been passed down to this day.
Distributing Christmas candy is the most interesting of all traditions. People distribute Christmas candy to their neighbors during Christmas; On Christmas day, all misunderstandings and hatred were eliminated, and neighbors United to celebrate the birth of Jesus. These traditions have been followed for decades, getting more and more lively every year, and the grand occasion can be said to be more and more. I believe that with the passage of time, people's enthusiasm for traditional customs will only get higher and higher.