2007-11-16 11:02:31 · 17 answers · asked by Macy 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
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Evergreens were thought to represent the ever-burning fire of life. The color green signified the life force through the year. Eventually decorative balls represented the planets, while the star that radiates from the top reminds us of Bethlehem. The entire tree and decorations teach us that the universe is witness to the Incarnatio
2007-11-16 11:05:53 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
THE CHRISTMAS TREE
One of the most important tradition that is associated with Christmas is the Christmas Tree. It is an evergreen coniferous tree which is decorated with sweets and lights in the spirit of christmas.
The tradition is most widely observed in the parts of the Northern Hemisphere, where Christmas falls at a time when days are short, and temperatures often below freezing, with snow covering the ground. The Christmas tree began to appear in Germany as early as 700 AD. According to one legend the Christmas Tree symbolizes the Trinity and points upwards towards the God. While the light, gift and decorations on the Christmas tree mean heaven; love and charity respectively.
Even the decorations on the Christmas trees draw their root in traditional values. The crystal balls symbolizes the fruit of redemption, the electric light or the candles are ancient symbols that stand for the triumph of spring over the darkness of winter. The light also symbolizes the light that Jesus Christ cast upon the lives of the people. The Holy, when it flies down to earth, is believed to take the shape of a dove. The dove symbolizes the Holy Spirit, while the bell symbolizes the joys of life.
2007-11-16 21:09:54 · answer #2 · answered by Spoken4 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes I do, because it is a nice Christmas tradition. The pine tree used for a Christmas tree is an evergreen, so it represents in a way eternal life. However, to be honest I just like decorating the tree. I always have an angel or star at the top and a nativity scene below.
2007-11-16 19:41:55 · answer #3 · answered by Kisses & Hugs 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Most Christian beliefs and practices were borrowed/stolen from Pagans, as was the time of the year they celebrate Christmas and many of their holiday traditions -- including the Christmas Tree. Problem is, most Christians either don't know that or refuse to believe it.
I was raised in a Christian family, and we had a huge real Christmas Tree every year. I'm no longer Christian, but I still get fresh Christmas Trees ever year!
2007-11-16 19:08:43 · answer #4 · answered by I, Sapient 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Most of us are fully aware that using evergreens at the winter solstice hails from pagan tradition, but since I'm mainly Scotch-Irish, I figure I have a lot of that far back in my ancestry, so why not? I put many nativity-themed ornaments on the tree, but I confess, I enjoy the holly, mistletoe, ivy, etc. and knowing that by going into the woods to gather them, and bringing them in the house I'm doing something remotely connected to what generations of my ancestors did. I can't think of a single celebration or holiday that I participate in that hasn't changed a tiny bit since its inception. The only thing I hate is my husband insists on an artificial tree--yuck.
2007-11-16 19:13:35 · answer #5 · answered by ? 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Don't worry I have had a Christmas tree in the house every year since I was a child and so far none of us have had an urge to lay prostrate before it (except for the few moments we unwrap presents). But don't confuse this act with worship.
2007-11-16 19:13:38 · answer #6 · answered by Edward J 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well, Christ died on a tree (Acts 10:39). Some Christians see a connection there.
I have a few small artificial trees. They're very pretty and festive. I just enjoy seeing them. I even go to the mall just to see the decorations sometimes. It's OK to rejoice. Philippians 4:4
2007-11-16 19:12:10 · answer #7 · answered by Cee T 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Christmas tree doesn't make big difference. Actually, christmas tree doesn't have to do anything with christmas also a santa claus, reindeers, bells, and etc. it's just a business for selling all thish stuff. We keep a christmas tree in our house because it's just a tradition.
2007-11-16 19:07:35 · answer #8 · answered by Siberia 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
When my children lived at home, we had a Christmas tree, as a decoration, nothing else. It had nothing at all to do with my Lord's birth, just a pretty decoration. Now that my children are grown, I do not have a tree, it's just a lot of trouble and is very expensive. I still decorate, just not with a tree.
2007-11-16 19:11:19 · answer #9 · answered by padwinlearner 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Look up the book "I believe in Santa Claus"
it is the perfect answer to your question.
I love it !! I Love Christmas, I love every symbol of Christmas that reminds me of Christ. I love November through December when all the Christmas songs waft through the air and the name of Christ is on everyones lips and in their minds weather they realize it or not. And for most, the only time all year when they say, or hear His name. In, the appropriate way, of course.
2007-11-16 20:38:19 · answer #10 · answered by chamiga 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋