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Christmas began as a strictly business idea: merchants promoted it for end-of-year sales. 1700s England was under post Cromwell austerity still, so the popular olde English caroller simply didn't exist, nor did the pre-1800 Christmas Tree (which came from Germany), but yule logs, charity and peace were the ideal.
Christmas, as we know it, didn't begin to take shape until the early 1800s with the publishing of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol. The story emphasized goodwill and peace towards all and these sentiments rang true with what people supposed the Christmas holidays ought to be. However, once again, the exact traditions of the holiday were unspecified and America turned to their fellow European immigrants for traditions they could adopt.
It took nearly 100 years before the traditions we generally celebrate today were in place, but by the mid 1920s the Christmas trees, holiday cards, festival of lights, gift giving, feasting, and Santa Claus were all a part of our culture-to the extent that many believed this was the way Christmas had always been celebrated.
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Why did the US start celebrating Christmas?
well
In which US state was celebrating Christmas against the law at one time?
Massachusetts
What is the Major holiday of Christianity?
There are two: Christmas, celebrating the birth of our Savior, and Easter, celebrating the death and resurrection of Jesus which saved us from our sins.
What is christmas belief about christmas?
Christians believe that Christmas is celebrating the birth of Jesus. We believe that Jesus was sent to Mary to save mankind and was sent to die for us. I hope this helped.
What are two christian holidays?
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Which us president started the national Christmas tree lighting?
Calvin Coolidge
How are Christmas mangers useful?
Christmas mangers are useful as a reminder of our faith and our traditions. They remind us of the real reason for the Christmas season, not just the commercial one.
What are we celebrating at Easter?
we are celebrating the rising of jesus and that he died for all of us to live
Why do yanks not celebrate Christmas?
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What is the best Christmas message to a friend?
Xmas Messages:MianThough you're away from us now, we will still be celebrating a Merry Christmas with a thought of your presence. You're such a kind of a friend for us. We really thank God for having you. More Blessings to you. We miss you.yours
What decorations do people in China hang on their Christmas trees?
In China, there is no Christmas. However, recent years people started to celebrate Christmas everywhere. I live in US. I hang small red silk lanterns on my Christmas tree.
What are the traditions in Netherlands?
Celebrating 'Sinterklaas' is one. It's celebrated on December the 5th and it's a bit like Christmas celebrated in the US. They give each other presents and they make poems for each other.
