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The religious backround of the candy cane is...


Take a candy cane, and flip it upside down. It is obvious you see a J - for Jesus! Also, a shepherd's staff. Also, read this: http://inventors.about.com/od/foodrelatedinventions/a/candy_canes.htm

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