The origin of Christmas Eve

Legend has it that Jesus was born on the night of February 24th, 65438. The birth of Jesus also means peace and smoothness, so this day is called Christmas Eve. Young people like to give gifts to each other and eat Christmas fruits on Christmas Eve, which is very similar to New Year's Eve in China.

Christmas Eve is 65438+February 24th, which is the eve of Christmas, so many places call it Christmas Eve, because the next day is Christmas. Generally speaking, the festive atmosphere can only be mobilized at night, and many activities are held at night, so Christmas Eve is also called Christmas Eve. In the past, European countries thought that Christmas Eve was also a day to clean the dust. On weekdays, the whole family will do a general cleaning to set up a venue for the next Christmas.

Eating Ping An Fruit on Christmas Eve is very popular. It symbolizes peace and harmony. Because peace on Christmas Eve is the homonym of apples, young people think apples are safe fruits, and they give apples to each other on this day, but the custom of giving apples on Christmas Eve is unique to China.