Thoughts about the Tradition of Gift-giving at Christmas
Not so long ago, there was a time when Christmas involved no gift giving at all and in some countries that is still the standard.
Lie many old customs gift exchange was difficult to abolish even as Christianity spread.
Early church leaders tried to outlaw the custom, but the people cherished the idea of giving gifts at Christmas.
Though the roots of giving presents at Christmas extends to ancient times, the tradition of gift giving, that we are so familiar with today, goes back to Victorian England.
Friendliness and charity filled the hearts during the holiday season...
the ultimate reason for giving a gift was an expression of kindness.
The American Christmas was influenced by the Victorians.
The concept of Santa Claus, the association with gifts was a natural and soon, Santa became responsible for the presents left in an ever increasing number of stockings.
Some people wonder if the emphasis on buying, shopping and getting brings more happiness or disappointment to those who can afford very little.
Most parents are willing to do away entirely with what might be called the "gimme" holiday.
That is no reason that the spirit of Christmas or Hanakah, or Kwanza, or Eid al Fitr or Diwali can not be incorporated into our modern world.
Here are a few thoughts and ideas you can share with friends and family during the holiday season.
This may take some research but we think you will agree that it is worth it: > Where did the Christmas tree come from? > How about the history of the poinsettias? > How many of the top holiday songs can you name? > Can you remember the top holiday motion pictures? > Where did the candy cane come from? And to help you out, here are a few more: the history of EGGNOG, Yule log and yes, Rudolph - where did he come from? We think the few hours of research will offer you many happy smiles and laughs.
And while we are talking about gifts...
how many quotations can you write about gift giving? Here again, a few to get you started: > May peace be your gift and your blessing all year through.
> You can give without loving but you can never love with giving.
> Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, and today? Today is a gift that is why we call it a present.
From the Sheltons and the Fishers - Enjoy the Holidays! Blue Sky Productions is happy to share this article with you.
We encourage you to visit our website at [http://www.
gimmeagiftonline.
com] While there - read other articles and purchase a gift for a friend, a loved one or yourself.
Lie many old customs gift exchange was difficult to abolish even as Christianity spread.
Early church leaders tried to outlaw the custom, but the people cherished the idea of giving gifts at Christmas.
Though the roots of giving presents at Christmas extends to ancient times, the tradition of gift giving, that we are so familiar with today, goes back to Victorian England.
Friendliness and charity filled the hearts during the holiday season...
the ultimate reason for giving a gift was an expression of kindness.
The American Christmas was influenced by the Victorians.
The concept of Santa Claus, the association with gifts was a natural and soon, Santa became responsible for the presents left in an ever increasing number of stockings.
Some people wonder if the emphasis on buying, shopping and getting brings more happiness or disappointment to those who can afford very little.
Most parents are willing to do away entirely with what might be called the "gimme" holiday.
That is no reason that the spirit of Christmas or Hanakah, or Kwanza, or Eid al Fitr or Diwali can not be incorporated into our modern world.
Here are a few thoughts and ideas you can share with friends and family during the holiday season.
This may take some research but we think you will agree that it is worth it: > Where did the Christmas tree come from? > How about the history of the poinsettias? > How many of the top holiday songs can you name? > Can you remember the top holiday motion pictures? > Where did the candy cane come from? And to help you out, here are a few more: the history of EGGNOG, Yule log and yes, Rudolph - where did he come from? We think the few hours of research will offer you many happy smiles and laughs.
And while we are talking about gifts...
how many quotations can you write about gift giving? Here again, a few to get you started: > May peace be your gift and your blessing all year through.
> You can give without loving but you can never love with giving.
> Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, and today? Today is a gift that is why we call it a present.
From the Sheltons and the Fishers - Enjoy the Holidays! Blue Sky Productions is happy to share this article with you.
We encourage you to visit our website at [http://www.
gimmeagiftonline.
com] While there - read other articles and purchase a gift for a friend, a loved one or yourself.