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From Paradise to Presents: The Christian Story Behind the Christmas Tree

...story of salvation from the Fall to the Redemption. In a later tradition the wafers were replaced by cookies of various shapes, and candles, symbolic of Jesus as the light of the world, were often added to the trees. Pre-Christian Traditions and the Evergreen Evergreens have long been associated with life and resilience in the darkest days of winter. In pre-Christian European traditions, evergreen boughs were used during festivals like the Roman Saturnalia and the Germanic Yule. These practices celebrated the endurance of life through the cold and darkness, offering hope of the spring to come. While these customs were not inherently Christian, they provided a...

The Mystery Of Epiphany And The Star Of Bethlehem

...eace, and salvation to all who follow Him. Whether we gaze at the stars or reflect on the scriptures, may we be drawn to worship the King of Kings, born in humility yet reigning in glory. This is the message of Epiphany: the Light has come, and the nations are drawn to its splendour. Further Reading Conjunctions, the Star of Bethlehem and Astronomy| National Catholic Register The Star of Bethlehem — Imprimis Great Conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn, 21 December 2020 | BBC Sky at Night Magazine Star of Bethlehem — Wikipedia Epiphany (holiday) — Wikipedia Great conjunction — Wikipedia  ...