Christmas is coming soon. The streets are full of festive atmosphere. Follow you, who are intoxicated in the happy atmosphere. First, learn about the knowledge of Christmas. Then you can have a happy Christmas~
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Christmas is also known as Christmas, translated as' Christ mass'. According to the principle, it should be the day when Christians commemorate the birth of Jesus. However, the birthday of Jesus is not December 25, and the Bible never says that Jesus was born on that day. With the Christianization of Europe, Christmas has gradually replaced all pagan celebrations. In the fourth century, the date of December 25 was fixed.
Although Christmas is decided by later generations. On this day, all Christian churches around the world hold special services. But there are many Christmas celebrations that have nothing to do with religion. Exchanging gifts and sending Christmas cards make Christmas a day of universal celebration.
About Santa
The image of Santa wearing a red coat and a red pointed hat has no meaning or tradition. This image is the commercial illustration of Coca Cola in 1930s. Before Santa Claus wore green, blue and white. Of course, there is also the story that Santa Claus comes from "three daughters". In a word, the image of Santa Claus is to promote the joy, gratitude and sharing of Christmas, without paying too much attention to the source.
About Santa's flight
Santa Claus's setting of flying in the sky on a reindeer drawn sleigh was created by Washington & middot; Irving, an American philologist. Even the image of Santa Claus comes from advertisements and bicycles.
About Christmas socks
It's not that Santa Claus has to put presents in his socks. The source of this custom is: a poor family has three daughters, because they can't afford the dowry money, none of them can get married. Saint Nicholas dropped three bags of gold from his chimney. As a result, you must have guessed, the gold fell into the socks hanging by the fireplace.
Eating apples on Christmas Eve -- Chinese characteristics
It's a tradition to eat apples on Christmas Eve. However, the fact is that it's Chinese characteristics. Because of the homophony of "apple" and "ping an", the custom of sending apples on Christmas Eve has evolved gradually. Do you remember receiving the "peace fruit" from your classmates?
Near the end of the year, after a year of hard work or boredom, we need to find an excuse to comfort ourselves and others. In fact, it's not about the name, it's not about the origin. Maybe one of the reasons why you are infatuated with Christmas is to give and receive gifts. It makes us realize that the real meaning of Christmas is to give love. On such a day, we should share with our partners, family and friends! Wish everyone a merry Christmas ~ ~ Merry Christmas