Articles of category "The origins of Christmas"

Christmastime is a special time of the year for many people. They gather with their family and partake in traditions that continue year after year. But where do these traditions come from and how long have they been practiced? Xmas origins are a montage from the story of Christ's birth and the Christian tradition to more obscure stories like the tradition of Saint Nicholas and light-based festivals in early Europe. Whatever the reason for the season, and the traditions a family chooses to carry on year after year, Christmastime is a time of togetherness.

Ever wonder where the idea of cutting down a tree and putting it in your living room at Christmas time came from? How about the notion that a fat guy in a red suit is a good thing for giving out presents to kids? There are so many traditions that we follow at Christmas time but do you know the origins of some of these popular holiday traditions? Some of the stories are very interesting indeed.