Christmas has quite a few particularly auspicious meanings with unmistakable symbols. Now, let's try to find out these meanings through the article below.
Meaning of the name
Christmas
Christmas includes the letters Christ and Mas. The word Christ (derived from the Greek word "Χριστός" (Khrīstos) is the title of Jesus. The word Mas means Mass. When the words Christ and Mas are written together, it becomes Christmas. Christmas means the feast of Christ. Christ, which is the Christmas holiday of Jesus, the words Christmas and Xmas both have the same meaning.
Noel
Noel is the French word Noël, which means "(date) of birth". It has also been suggested that the name Noel comes from the title Emmanuel, which means "God with us" in Hebrew.
The Meaning of Christmas
In addition to the meaning of commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ. Christmas is also a gathering day for family members. Christmas is also a day to create shared memories and maintain affection among family members.
Christmas also carries a message of peace: "Glory to God on high - Peace on earth". And also the day people share with those who are abandoned, lonely, old and weak...
Meaning of Christmas symbols
Christmas tree
A Christmas tree is usually a green pine tree decorated to display on Christmas Day, according to Christian custom.
According to the Western concept, blue is the color symbolizing eternity, prosperity and abundance. The greener the tree all year round, the more special meaning it has to people. This is the reason the tree was chosen for Christmas decoration. Many places also believe that blue can ward off evil and diseases.
Santa Claus
This image was born, associated with children during Christmas. Stick with gifts as a good way to educate the kids.
Saint Nicholas and Santa Claus are the same person. Santa Claus brings presents on Christmas Eve to good children. Through the chimneys and the little socks of the children. Santa Claus with gifts, very loved by children.
Cave and manger
According to legend, Jesus was born in a small cave, in the shepherd's trough in Bethlehem. With images of Jesus, Mary, Saint Joseph (Joseph), surrounded by angels, shepherds and livestock such as cows and donkeys.
Therefore, nowadays people often restore this space as a way to spread the story to people.
Christmas cards
Christmas cards were introduced in 1843 with the meaning of bringing good wishes to loved ones on Christmas. This was a British fashion in the 19th century and quickly spread everywhere with good connotations.
Christmas present
Gifts help you show your love to everyone in your family and friends. Some people even have a deep belief in Christmas gifts. It is considered a gift from God to man.
Christmas Market
This is a unique traditional culture of Germany, Austria and northeastern France during Christmas starting from the 14th century. Popularized to many other countries around the world.
The above is a summary of the origin and meaning of the Christmas holiday along with the meanings of special and indispensable symbols on this day. Hope this article will help you get more necessary information.
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