Thanksgiving Day originated in the United States, when the American settlers were in danger and it was the Indians who helped them through their difficulties, and in accordance with the customs of religious traditions, the settlers set a day for thanking God and decided that, in order to thank the Indians for their sincere help, they would be invited to celebrate the holiday together.

The origin of Thanksgiving can be traced back to the beginnings of American history, originating with the early settlers of Plymouth, Massachusetts. These immigrants broke away from the Church of England and traveled as far as Holland, and later decided to move to that land across the Atlantic in hopes of living as religiously free as they wished.

In 1620, the famous ship Mayflower arrived in the Americas with a cargo of 102 immigrants. That winter, they encountered unimaginable difficulties and were starving. At this time, the Indians brought the necessities of life to the immigrants, but also taught them to hunt, fish and plant corn.

With the help of the Indians, they finally had a good harvest, and on the day of the harvest celebration, the settlers decided to thank the Indians for their sincere help by inviting them to join them in celebrating the festival.

Significance of Thanksgiving Day

Thanksgiving Day is a family holiday, and all over the country, husbands and wives, children and old people, from cities to towns, from towns to townships, and from townships to homesteads, go back to their old homes*** to spend the holiday. Those who can't go home also make long-distance phone calls to talk to their parents and family members and share what they are thankful for. The Thanksgiving meal is practically the same throughout the country. The table is always filled with a variety of delicious foods. Naturally the main thing is the turkey. Pumpkin pie is eaten to remind everyone that the Indians gave such a gift to the first settlers back in the day.

In most families, after the meal, traditional games are played. Thanksgiving is an enjoyable celebration, a day of family reunion and a time to renew friendships. On that day, even bachelors are always invited to other people's homes to share the joy of thanksgiving with everyone and to give thanks for God's goodness. This is what Thanksgiving is all about.

Reference: Baidu Encyclopedia-Thanksgiving Day