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Traditional Christmas food varies throughout the world. The difference in the type of food is based primarily on the geography of the region. There are vast differences in the type of food enjoyed for this holiday throughout the world. Christmas food is as diverse as the cultures and customs present around the world.
A Christmas fast used to be a commonly practiced part of the Christmas season. Some Christians such as Roman Catholics practiced a Christmas fast on Christmas Eve. Abstaining from meat was very common. Orthodox Christians also eliminated dairy as well. Nowadays, the practice of following a Christmas fast is not widely practiced.
A Mummers play is an important Christmas tradition in England and other English-speaking countries. But what is a Mummers play? It sounds kind of funny, doesn't it? If you want to know what a Mummers play is, why you should see one and how they got started, you need to read this.
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In England and other English-speaking European countries, the day after Christmas is known as “Boxing Day.” Those of us in the U.S. who need to brush up on our history knowledge might be curious about how the day after Christmas became known as “Boxing Day” in England.
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Christmas pudding is a long forgotten culinary tradition of our annual holiday celebrations. If you read any novels set in the 1800s, you might have seen references to Christmas pudding. Christmas pudding was once a mainstay of Christmas celebrations, but in the year 2006, making Christmas pudding has all but vanished.
With Christmas nearing, you might be wondering about the history of Christmas bells. You might already be acquainted with some of the tradition and legends behind some other Christmas traditions such as the Christmas tree, but the exact history behind Christmas bells might have peaked your curiosity.
It’s hard to imagine Christmas without Santa Claus, and the history of Santa Claus spans centuries. So, when exactly did Santa Claus get married?
The girl behind the story “Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Clause” was actually very real, and this story is actually true. If you thought Virginia was a fictional character, you’re sorely mistaken. A girl named Virginia O’Hanlon is the actual person behind this now-legendary story.
Christmas is approaching, but it is very likely that the day Christians celebrate as Christ’s birth was not the date of his actual birth at all. Christmas is an integral celebration of Christianity, but it seems that it occurs during December for reasons that many people aren’t aware of. So why is Christmas celebrated in December? You might be surprised when you learn the answer.
One of the most popular confectionary staples of the Christmas season definitely has to be the candy cane. The candy cane has an interesting history in addition to being a tasty holiday treat. If you’re a candy cane fan, you definitely want to read this.
The tradition of the Yule log has a long and interesting history. Even though the Yule log is not a common part of modern-day Christmas celebrations in the U.S., it’s still interesting to see where this tradition got its start and how it evolved throughout the centuries. In fact, if it were up to me, the tradition of the Yule log would be brought back in full force. Wondering what the Yule log tradition is? I’ll let you in on the secret…
Christmas is approaching, and that means Santa will is getting ready for the busiest part of his year. While many of us just take Santa and his Christmas spirit for granted, there is actually a man behind the legend. However, the real St. Nick didn’t really look anything like the jolly old guy we see today. If you’re wondering why Santa looks the way he does and who is responsible for his present-day attire, read on…