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89St Lucia's Day
December 13th is the “name day” of St Lucia, a young girl who was martyred for her Christian beliefs in the 4th century in Sicily at the time of Emperor Diocletian. However, it is in Sweden that she...
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97Christmas Crackers
Cracker is a cardboard tube covered in a brightly colored twist of paper, creates a small explosive 'pop' produced by a narrow strip of chemically impregnated paper. Invented by Tom Smith,from London in 1847. Crackers are often pulled before or after Christmas dinner or at parties.
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82St Nicholas becomes Santa Claus
Santa Claus/Father Christmas/St Nicholas - this is the story of how a bishop of Myra in Asia Minor in the 4th century(St Nicholas) becomes Santa Claus as we know him today.
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73The Nativity Scene
The Nativity Scene The crib, representing the manger in which the baby Jesus Christ was laid after his birth in a stable in Bethlehem, has become a favourite Christmas decoration for Christian. For centuries...
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69The Poinsettia
The poinsettia is named after Joel Roberts Poinsett, who served as the USA first ambassador to Mexico from 1825 to 1829. At the time of his appointment Mexico was involved in a Civil War. During his stay...
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82Christmas Hubs
A collection of Christmas hubs, including different Christmas carols, traditions, quotations and celebration of Christmas in the Philippines,
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82The Three Wise Men
Long before GPS, maps and travel brochures existed, people relied on nature, the position of the sun, the way moss grew on rocks and trees and the location of the North Star to provide directions. ...
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85Born on Christmas Day
Christmas is a special day, a time to celebrate - a time of rejoicing of solemn thanksgiving, a time of being together with family and friends. On this day also, throughout the centuries, people from...
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85Christmas Cards From Australia
Christmas is the biggest event in the Australian calendar, it is the beginning of summer month. It marks the end of the school examinations and the start of long summer holidays. it is always hot during the...
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85Christmas Trivia Quiz Game
Christmas Trivia Game is fun for the whole family, it is one way of enjoying the Christmas season without much expense and to sneak in "quality family time" and a great way to learn more about Christmas.
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