Traditions of Christmas: Doves
Doves have been used since Biblical times as a symbol of peace. Noah sent a dove out to determine if it was safe to return to earth. Later, doves were one of the animals used in sacrifice by the Israelites … Continued
How did our Ancestors celebrate Christmas?
The pilgrims, English separatists that came to America in 1620, were even more orthodox in their Puritan beliefs than Oliver Wendell Cromwell. As a result, Christmas was not a holiday in early America. From 1659 to 1681, the celebration of … Continued
The History of Christmas
The Tradition of Christmas through the Ages! We all know that we have Christmas to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. Have you ever wondered how it became what it is today? How our ancestors celebrated Christmas? What traditions other … Continued