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Christmas across the world. 🎄🌎

The royal influence transformed Christmas: Britain and America embraced the tradition; By 1890, German ornaments were imported to the U.S. Americans preferred oversized, floor-to-ceiling trees Electric lights made trees safer and more spectacular Public trees appeared in city centers and town squares nationwide.

Christmas Trees in Canada; German settlers began migrating to Canada from the United States in the 1700s. They brought Canada’s first Christmas trees and, in later generations, gingerbread houses and Advent calendars. When Queen Victoria’s German husband, Prince Albert, put up a Christmas tree at Windsor Castle in 1848, Christmas trees became a widely popular tradition throughout England, the United States and Canada.

The ancient Egyptians worshipped a god called Ra, who had the head of a hawk and wore the sun as a blazing disk in his crown. At the solstice, when Ra began to recover from his illness, the Egyptians filled their homes with green palms and papyrus reeds, which symbolized for them the triumph of life over death.Egypt. The Sun God, Ra, typically grew weak as conditions became colder and darker. The solstice was seen as the turning point in seasons, so Egyptians decorated their homes with palm leaves and branches.

Greek; The coniferous pine was considered holy by Attis, the Greek God of flora, or the realm of plants. In Greek custom, pine trees were adorned with silver, with bells and gifts put under the tree as offerings to the Gods.

Roman; In Roman culture, evergreen trees were regarded as sun symbols and were a symbol of light. They celebrated the Saturnalia celebration in honour of Saturn, the God of agriculture. Romans decked their houses and temples with evergreen boughs to commemorate the occasion.

In Northern Europe, the Druids, the priests of the ancient Celts, also decorated their temples with evergreen boughs as a symbol of everlasting life. The Vikings in Scandinavia honored the evergreen mistletoe for its role in the death of Balder, a god of light.

Ireland; Christmas trees are bought anytime in December and decorated with colored lights, tinsel, and baubles. Some people favor the angel on top of the tree, others the star. The house is decorated with garlands, candles, holly, and ivy. Wreaths and mistletoe are hung on the door.

Norway; Norwegians often take a trip to the woods to select a Christmas tree, a trip that their grandfathers probably did not make. The Christmas tree was not introduced into Norway from Germany until the latter half of the 19th century; to the country districts, it came even later. Many families decorate their trees on ‘Little Christmas Eve’—December 23. A Norwegian ritual known as “circling the Christmas tree” follows, where everyone joins hands to form a ring around the tree and then walks around it singing carols.

Ukraine; Celebrated on December 25th by Catholics and on January 7th by Orthodox Christians, Christmas is the most popular holiday in Ukraine. During the Christmas season, which also includes New Year’s Day, people decorate fir trees and have parties. Cobwebs and spider web decorations

Germany: Glass ornaments, wooden figures, traditional craftsmanship.

Mexico: Radish sculptures and nativity scenes

Christmas Trees in Italy; In one Italian tradition, the presepio (manger or crib) represents in miniature the Holy Family in the stable and is the center of Christmas for families. Guests kneel before it and musicians sing before it. The presepio figures are usually hand-carved and very detailed in features and dress. The scene is often set out in the shape of a triangle. It provides the base of a pyramid-like structure called the ceppo. This is a wooden frame arranged to make a pyramid several feet high. Several tiers of thin shelves are supported by this frame. It is entirely decorated with colored paper, gilt pine cones, and miniature colored pennants. Small candles are fastened to the tapering sides. A star or small doll is hung at the apex of the triangular sides. The shelves above the manger scene have small gifts of fruit, candy, and presents. The ceppo is likely related to older ‘tree of light’ traditions linked to Christmas trees in other countries. Some houses even have a ceppo for each child in the family.

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Saint Boniface and the First Christian Christmas Tree (723 AD) In 723 AD, Saint Boniface was a Christian missionary working through Germany on an evangelical mission. He came across a pagan gathering where people danced around a decorated oak tree, preparing to sacrifice a baby in the name of the Norse god Thor. Appalled, Boniface took immediate action: in one powerful swing of an axe, he chopped down the oak tree in the name of Jesus Christ. When the oak tree fell, it revealed a small fir tree growing beneath. Boniface explained to the gathered crowd that the fir tree is a symbol of the one true God: Its leaves are evergreen and do not die. 🎄🌈☀️

Also Its needles point toward heaven, It represents a path to eternal life through Christ, our star. This profound event in planted the seed for the merge of Christianity and pagan or nature worship. The worship of trees is a long standing, deep spiritual concept that goes back to the beginning of time. We are ALL connected to nature, and trees!! And the Earth, and all the animals and all the people are part of one consciousness. Law of one. 🙏🕎✝️⚕️♀️🔯

Other denominations, such as some Orthodox and Coptic churches, celebrate Christmas on January 6 or 7, according to the Julian calendar....(That's crazy, they have been trying to mess up the dates of holy days for thousands of years) Seek and you will find, knock and the door will be open to you. If one lacks in wisdom, let him ask God. God gives wisdom to those who ask for it. That's why we have to find our own way, our own truth to find THE truth. There are lots of different calendar systems, there were lots of past civilizations. But God has a calendar it's called the Stars....(Heavens) We can see by what's going on in the stars, we watch, and we wait... But it's not up to us to judge or pick who's right or wrong everybody has their own truth. We all have our own paths, and we all have our own pasts. Nor do We don't know what anyone else is going through, or what God's asked them to walk through. But the truth is in Jesus Christ, he is the way, the truth, and the life. He is the door to heaven. We are all ONE.🙏☸️🕎

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Elements from Norse pagan traditions, particularly the winter festival of Yule (Jól), influenced modern Christmas, with figures like Odin (long beard, winter sky journey on Sleipnir) and Thor (Yule Goat, gift-giving) blending with St. Nicholas to form Santa Claus and associated customs like the Yule log and Christmas tree.

While some link Santa directly to Odin, others see Thor connected to the Yule Goat, with both gods representing winter celebrations and gift-giving that merged with Christian holidays.

Key Norse Traditions Influencing Christmas:.Odin's Wild Hunt: Odin, the All-Father, rode his eight-legged horse Sleipnir through the winter sky during Yule, leaving gifts, a precursor to Santa's sleigh and reindeer.

Thor & the Yule Goat (Jólbukk): Thor was associated with goats, and the Nuuttipukki (Yule Goat) in Finland, a figure who visited homes at Yule, evolved into the friendly Joulupukki (Finnish Santa).

Evergreens & Yule Log: Vikings decorated homes with evergreens symbolizing life and burned large Yule logs for good fortune, traditions that became Christmas trees and Yule log cakes.

Gift-Giving: Dwarves and elves in Norse myth made magical gifts, a practice that blended with Christian gift-giving during the Yule season, notes the Sons of Vikings.

The Blending of Traditions:; As Christianity spread, these pagan practices were adapted and merged with the veneration of St. Nicholas, creating a complex figure in Santa Claus with multiple mythological and historical roots, including elements from Odin and Thor that softened over time into the familiar holiday figure, say ACIS Educational Tours and Fjord Tours.

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Christmas has a rich history blending ancient pagan origins with Christian traditions, reflected in its mystical symbols like evergreens, mistletoe, and holly. Pagan festivals celebrated the winter solstice, the return of the sun, and life's renewal, leading to traditions like the Yule log and decorated trees, while Christian figures and stories like the Nativity scene were later incorporated and reinterpreted, such as the Christmas tree symbolizing eternal life and holly representing the crown of thorns.

What Does the Christmas Tree Symbolize? Primary Christian Symbolism: Light in darkness - Christ's birth bringing hope to the world. Eternal life - Evergreen branches representing everlasting life.

The Tree of Life - Connection to the Garden of Eden and paradise Hope and renewal - Life persisting through winter's dormancy. Joy and celebration -

Apple Ornaments; The Christmas tree represents the Tree of Life, the most important tree in the Garden of Eden. Many families decorate with apples or apple-shaped ornaments, Apples symbolize knowledge and original sin from Eden. Combined with lights, they represent Christ's redemption—transforming sin and darkness into light and salvation. The evergreen nature symbolizes eternal life through faith.

Jesus Christ was born, but the Bible does not specify a date. December 25 was chosen to celebrate his birth in the 4th century, partly because it was seen as a Christian alternative to pagan winter solstice festivals like Saturnalia and a time for pagans celebrating the unconquered sun. Sol Invictus. Similarly, in ancient Rome, a feast called Saturnalia was held during the solstice, which also encouraged people to celebrate the springtime (and bountiful harvest) ahead with evergreen decorations.

Another reason was a theological calculation that Jesus was conceived on March 25, nine months before December 25. Theological calculations: Early Christians believed prophets were born and died on the same day, and calculated that Jesus was conceived on March 25 (the date they believed he was crucified) and born nine months later on December 25.

Christianity symbols of Christmas 🎄

The Christmas tree; the evergreen has been worshiped for generations as an a symbol of eternal life, since it doesn't die in the winter. The triangle also stands for the Trinity: The tree's triangular shape points upward, symbolizing the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, and directing focus to heaven.(And Earth Element)

Star/Angel Topper: The star signifies the Star of Bethlehem that guided the Magi, while an angel represents the angels who announced Jesus' birth to the shepherds. The "Star" ✨ is Jesus Christ.

Holly and Ivy: Holly's red berries came to represent the blood of Christ, and its thorny leaves symbolized the crown of thorns. Ivy became a symbol of faithfulness and eternal life.

Mistletoe: The practice of kissing under the mistletoe, rooted in ancient fertility customs, was reinterpreted in a more romantic or joyful way.

Candles and Light: Candles and lights are said to symbolize the triumph of light over darkness and represent Jesus as the "Light of the World".

Star of Bethlehem: A star in the sky is said to have appeared to herald Jesus' birth, guiding the Magi to him.

Ribbons and garlands may symbolise the links that bring family members together throughout the holidays.

A Christmas wreath represents God's boundless love for humanity. Additionally, it means that authentic love has no beginning or end...and to some "the crown of thorns"

On Christmas trees, pine cones often represent fertility and motherhood.

Angels: Angels are viewed as messengers of God, with an angel's announcement of Jesus' birth being a key part of the Nativity story.

Candy Cane: A symbol of the shepherd's crook, representing Jesus as the Good Shepherd who leads and protects his followers.

Bells: Bells were used to announce Christ's birth and are now a prominent symbol of the holiday season.

Gift-giving: The tradition of gift-giving is rooted in the Magi bringing gifts to Jesus (the Christ child ) and was also a part of the pagan Saturnalia festival. (The abomination in Rome.)

Santa Claus is based on the historical figure of Saint Nicholas, and some modern traditions, like his red suit and association with the North Pole.

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I got this book last year for my grandkids! It's so adorable I can't wait to read it to them again today. And also combine that with the story that we should be teaching our children about Christmas... The birth of our Messiah.... Jesus Christ of Nazareth. We are on a world of duality, one of the goals of life Balance ⚖️ everything and everyone in this world are connected. Seek, learn, heal the divide. Truth is the Mysteries of Christmas and the mystical origins of Christianity are One ✝️🎄hence the "Christ-mas" The birth of the Christ child; the son/Sun ☀️ of God. "Our Star" ✨ The Star of Bethlehem, 🌠 The revelation of the Magi and the gifts they brought for the little prince! 👑 They brought frankincense, myrrh, and gold 🪙. The mysteries of the kingdom of God are higher then ours. 🦅🕊️🦋🐝🐢 🕎🔯

Knowledge is power. If we don't know our history we are doomed to repeat it. And we need to honor the holidays but also honor the reasons for the holidays. Paganism is Earth worship, its been demonized, but is essential for wholeness and Ascension. The devil is the great divider. He's the author of confusion and lies. He wants us separate. Its not separate from Christianity. "A House divided cannot stand" It's all connected. "Honor your mother 🌎 And father ☀️ and your life will be long upon the earth" 🌝🌈☀️🌎🕎🔯

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The Ursid Meteor Shower 2025 is almost here! ☄️

From mid to late December, the skies will light up with streaks of meteors from comet 8P/Tuttle, peaking overnight December 21–22.

Although it’s a minor shower, skywatchers can expect to see 5–15 meteors per hour under clear, dark skies. The meteors will appear to radiate from the Little Dipper (Ursa Minor), making it a perfect opportunity to enjoy some peaceful stargazing before the end of the year.

✨Tips for watching:

Find a dark spot away from city lights

Give your eyes 15–20 minutes to adjust to the dark

Look up at the sky, not just at the radiant point

Don’t miss this beautiful winter sky show even a few meteors streaking across the night sky can be magical. Share your sightings and photos with the group!

Read more: astronomynews.site/?p=984

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The Winter Solstice in 2025 for the Northern Hemisphere occurs on Sunday, December 21, 2025, at 10:03 a.m. EST (15:03 UTC), marking the shortest day and longest night as the Northern Hemisphere tilts furthest from the Sun, beginning astronomical winter. People celebrate with events, and skywatchers can look for Jupiter, Orion, and the Ursid meteor shower.

Key Details: Date: December 21, 2025.
Time: 10:03 a.m. EST / 15:03 UTC.
Significance: The astronomical start of winter, the year's shortest day and longest night.

What to Expect: Sun's Path: The sun will reach its southernmost point, appearing lowest in the sky. Then it appears to die or stand still for 3 days. Then the sun turns around and heads back the other way, towards the light and warmth with the Suns rebirth on December 25, which is the birthday for many different Sun God's throughout time. This year is even more significant because the Sun is reborn this year on 12-25-25!! Numerology plays a huge role with human consciousness. And

Celebrations: Events are held at sites like Stonehenge and Newgrange, and local gatherings occur for storytelling and music.

Stargazing: The night after the solstice may feature the peak of the Ursid meteor shower and bright planets like Jupiter and stars like Sirius.

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