Christmas celebrations are known to be colourful traditions, each carrying deep symbolism. From vibrant poinsettias to shimmering bells, symbols of Christmas, like the stars, create a rich ...

Many of these Christmas symbols have humble beginnings that go back to the very origins of Christmas and its associations ...

Once word spread, the popularity of Christmas trees took off ... Ancient Chinese, Hebrews, and Egyptians viewed evergreens as symbols of eternal life. European pagans "decked the halls" with ...

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