Christmas recommendations and related topics
Presents : Something you give to another person without expecting anything in return. The custom of giving Christmas Presents dates back to Roman times when presents were given to the Emperor, symbolizing the wish for good times in the future.Animals : Traditionaly we think of the Nativity scene as taking place in a Stable with Animals in the background, although this is never specifically mentioned in the Biblical texts.SANTA CLAUS Everyone's favorite person, he is known by many different names around the world. From Christmas Collectibles by Margaret & Kenn Whitmyer: He evolved from a Saint, was demoted to an evil gnome, and finally became the jolly, robust character children know and love today. Santa Claus has survived both religious and political persecution.
St. Nicholas, Father Christmas, Kris Kringle, Pere Noel It doesn't matter how what you call him, he is still revered by children all over the world. And everyone is still a child when it comes to Santa Claus and Christmas collectibles. Santa Museums and even a town named Santa Claus pay homage to our favorite person. Many collectors display their Santa collections year-round, and why not, it certainly makes a happy home when Santa can smile at you everytime you walk into a room.
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