Weekly Topic Inspiration: The Meaning of Christmas, Hanukkah & Kwanzaa

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   Simone Smithposted 12 years ago

   Weekly Topic Inspiration: The Meaning of Christmas, Hanukkah & Kwanzaa
   
   It might seem early, but just like many stores out there, you can benefit from getting on the Christmas bandwagon early by writing your winter holiday Hubs now. This gives them enough time to gain some standing in search engine results before the traffic arrives in full.
   
   That’s why this week’s Weekly Topic Inspiration theme is the real meaning of Christmas (courtesy of kat11)! Join us in the forums for some inspiration and some commonly searched-for terms to get you started: http://hubpages.com/forum/topic/85984
   
   

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   Debby Bruckposted 12 years ago

   
   
   Isn't it strange that we just celebrated the 10-day holiday "Diwali" in India, also called "The Festival of Lights?" And, Hanukkah has always been called, "The Festival of Lights." While Kwanzaa also Lights Up The Room and many Light up their Christmas tree.
   
   The common thread to bring "Light Unto This World" means we should start respecting each other, treat others with compassion and kindness, and do not do unto others that which you would not like done unto you. Simply start thinking of our actions in an ethical and moral way to bring in the LIGHT! Blessings, Debby

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   tirelesstravelerposted 12 years ago

   The true meaning of Christmas is wrapped so completely by Madison Avenue it is difficult to find. read more

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   wildernessposted 12 years ago

   The True Meaning of Christmas - some of the meanings and traditions from a secular family that loves the magic and wonder of Christmas. read more

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   Patty Inglish, MSposted 12 years ago

   Religious Christmas, secular Christmas, both, or none? Every year someone asks, "What is the true meaning of Christmas?" One part of that for me is how I can honor departed friends, while I do more to appreciate those still on Earth. Merry Christmas! read more

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   cheryloneposted 12 years ago

   People feel differently about different things making their meanings for those things, including Christmas, different.  Come read mine, and maybe fondly remember some of yours. read more

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   Melovyposted 12 years ago

   When a five-year-old girl read “You Can Do It Sam,” by Amy Hest, and saw what little Sam bear gave his friends, she wanted to do it too.
   A true story about the real meaning of the festive season. read more

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   oceansnsunsetsposted 12 years ago

   The Magi, or Wise Men Geertgen tot Sint Jans - Public Domain The question has been asked, "What is the true meaning of Christmas?"  Christmas clearly means many different things to many different people.  To others, it may mean nothing at all.  In... read more

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   cardeleanposted 12 years ago

   Family traditions during the holidays are a great way to spend the holiday season.  Here is my family's tradition of the Christmas orange. read more

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    Uninvited Writerposted 12 years ago

    About a Boy and Love, Actually are two of the best Christmas-related films to come along in years. Each has it's own high points. read more

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    Tryingspacesposted 12 years ago

    On Christmas Eve 1915, German soldiers in the western front trenches sang Christmas carols as so brought about a short truce to the hostilities of the first world war.  On Christmas Eve 1995 in the Algerian village of Tribhirine, a group of Muslim terrorists, intent on violence to the monks of the monastery of Our Lady of the Atlas Mountains, left in peace, acknowledging the religious significance of the Christian feast day.  For me Christmas means the possibility of forgiveness and reconciliation and new beginnings in hope. It means peace in our hearts, in our homes, communities and between nation enemies.  Peace, not brought about through the might of national armies and fire power, but through the wonder, joy and vulnerability of a babe,

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    Denise Handlonposted 12 years ago

    Do you have any family traditons?   I'd like to share with you a few of mine that we enjoy each Christmas. read more

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    Denise Handlonposted 12 years ago

    Christmas brings many opportunities for lessons of life.  Here is one story of how a little girl learned about the beauty of simplicity. read more

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    Patty Inglish, MSposted 12 years ago

    What to the six aboriginal nations of the Iroquois Confederacy have in common with the Kwakiutl in the Pacific Northwest. Some interesting and beautiful Native North American traditions appear scattered across the continent. read more

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    melbelposted 12 years ago

    A list of eight songs perfect for celebrating the festival of lights. Remind your friends and family about the miracle of Hanukkah by playing these holiday hits. read more

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    melbelposted 12 years ago

    The history of Hanukkah gelt from its monetary origins to when chocolate coins were first "minted." Learn what gelt is used for and where to get it. read more

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    Patty Inglish, MSposted 12 years ago

    As Christian and secular Christmases seem to class each year, we see many stories, films and TV shows that present what the producers and directors feel is the true meaning of the holiday. Are they correct? read more

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