Christmas Eve refers to the night of February 24, 65438+, which is Christmas Eve. The English name is Christmas Eve, and it is also used to mean the day before Christmas. That night, when the virgin Mary began to give birth to Jesus, there was a sudden roar in the sky. The sound was heard by the shepherd who was herding sheep, which was particularly magical. So he told everyone widely that Jesus was going to be born. With the spread of everyone, the news that Jesus was born on the night of 65438+February 24 reached everyone's ears. From then on, everyone thought it was an auspicious night, and now there is Christmas.
The custom of Christmas Eve:
1, Christmas Eve is a short day. In Britain, if Christmas Eve falls on a working day, banks and trading companies sometimes regard it as a short day (afternoon break).
2. The Catholic Christmas began on Christmas Eve. The Catholic Christmas on Christmas Eve began. Unless it is Sunday. The vigil is said to be on the morning of February 24, 65438. However, it is not allowed to attend the Christmas party before midnight.
Christians will attend midnight mass or party on Christmas Eve. Traditionally, many Christians will attend midnight mass or party on Christmas Eve, which is usually held in churches all over the world, marking the beginning of Christmas. Some churches hold candlelight worship in the evening, and there are usually dramatic performances and big meals of the story of the birth of Jesus, usually with turkey or ham as the main course. The traditional dish in Germany is roasted carp.
4. Give apples to each other. In China, people also give apples to each other on Christmas Eve. Apple's "Apple" is homophonic with peace's "Ping". Therefore, eating apples on Christmas Eve also means "peace".
5. Good news. According to the Bible, Jesus wanted to be the king of the world, so angels spread the news to more people through these shepherds. Later, people followed the example of angels and spread the news of the birth of Jesus everywhere on Christmas Eve. Until today, good news has become an indispensable program for Christmas. ? The whole good news activity will last until about four o'clock the next morning.
The legend of Santa Claus:
Legend has it that every night on February 24th of 12, a mysterious man will fly in the sky in a sleigh pulled by nine reindeer, enter the house from house to house through the chimney, and then secretly put gifts in socks beside the good boy's bed or pile them under the Christmas tree beside the fireplace. He is busy making gifts and monitoring children's behavior at other times of the year. Although no one has really seen the mysterious man, people will dress up as him to give gifts to their children. He is usually described as an old man, wearing a red hat, a white beard, a red cotton coat, red boots and carrying a big bag full of gifts. Because he always appears on Christmas Eve to distribute gifts, people are used to calling him "Santa Claus". He is usually regarded as a derivative image of Saint saint nicholas.
Legend of the Christmas tree:
It is said that a long time ago, there was a kind farmer who saved a hungry and cold poor child on a snowy Christmas Eve and let him have a big Christmas dinner. When the child left, he broke a pine branch and inserted it in the ground, wishing him, "Every year on this day, gifts are full of branches." Leave this beautiful fir branch to repay your kindness. " After the child left, the farmer found that the branch had turned into a small tree, full of presents, and he realized that he had received an angel from God. The Christmas tree really appeared at Christmas, first seen in Germany, and then introduced to Europe and America, becoming an indispensable ornament for Christmas. The Christmas tree is always full of dazzling ornaments and gifts, in fact, there are their meanings behind it: the prototype of the Christmas tree is holly. Because the tree is triangular, it was first regarded by believers as a symbol of the "Trinity" in the16th century. Because winter will not die, symbolizing eternal life; The star at the top of the Christmas tree symbolizes the star of Bethlehem, which reveals the place where Jesus was born and guides the Magi to find Jesus. It symbolizes the redemption of Jesus, the glory of Christ and the eternal hope of mankind; Cedar represents the identity of King Jesus; The thorny leaves of European holly symbolize the "crown of thorns" on Jesus' head when he was crucified, and the red fruit represents the blood shed by Jesus; The silver ribbon represents the holiness of Jesus Christ, and the gold ribbon represents glory; The prototype of Christmas colored ball is apple, which symbolizes the abundant supply of Eden, a paradise on earth; The prototype of the bell is the bell in the hand of a shepherd. When the shepherd shakes it, the lost sheep can find their own voice and return to the shepherd, which means that the lost people can find God, the good shepherd. The prototype of the walking stick is a shepherd's walking stick in the wilderness, and the shepherd uses it to pull up the lamb that falls into the trap again. Inverted turn is similar to Jesus' initials "J", so it also means Jesus; Candle is a symbol of the starlight on Christmas Eve, and it also represents our gratitude to the star of Bethlehem. Bow symbolizes that we should be closely linked by God's eternal love; The round Christmas wreath has no beginning and no end, which symbolizes God's love for us. Putting gifts under the Christmas tree comes from three doctors offering gifts to baby Jesus, which symbolizes that people should give the most precious things in life to Christ; When you light the Christmas lights, please remember that it was Jesus who brought light and God into the dark life.
Greet family and friends on Christmas Eve:
1, melodious bells, drifting towards peace. A leisurely white dove represents peace. Holy snow, decorated with peaceful Christmas Eve. Exquisite window, exquisite life, elegant blessing, I wish mom and dad peace forever, and I wish you a happy Christmas Eve!
2, snowflakes are fluttering, happy to shake, and happy moments are auspicious; Fireworks shine, stars shine, and wonderful life is infinite; I wish you good luck, health and peace. On Christmas Eve, happiness is in the heart, blessings are at the fingertips, good luck is accompanied, and warm messages are transmitted! Dear mom, I wish you health and safety forever!
I will tie you up with "safety rope", tie you up with "safety buckle", tie you around with "safety bracelet" and put a "safety necklace" on you. You can't do it without being safe! Happy Christmas Eve to mom. ?
4, Christmas Eve, jubilant, auspicious atmosphere floating thousands of miles away; The bell rings, the snow falls, and it is warm and romantic to your home; Across Qian Shan, friendship will not fade in my heart; Good night, best wishes for your life. Happy Christmas Eve to Dad!
5. Christmas Eve is full of tranquility, warm atmosphere is full of romance, sweet carols convey joy, colorful lights flash with expectation, the sending of short messages shakes blessings, and sincere greetings tell blessings. Dear mom and dad, I pray for you on Christmas Eve. May you always be safe, healthy and happy. ?
6. On Christmas Eve, let the flying snowflakes send good luck; Let colorful fireworks bloom beautifully; Let the melodious bell ring peace; Let happy reindeer bring joy; Let the warm light illuminate happiness; Give my best wishes to my favorite parents: Happy Christmas Eve! ?
7. What is the most precious thing in a person's life? Not wealth, not status, but peace. Life safety, career safety, physical safety, everything is safe. Peace is happiness. Christmas Eve, I wish you a safe life! ?
8. I want to write down the notes of missing on every snowflake so that the lingering sound of friendship can be heard; I want to play the tune of blessing on every star to make the true feelings melodious. The bell rings on Christmas Eve, wishing you happiness and health. ?
On Christmas Eve, I will protect your peace. Carnival night, release happiness for you. Romantic Christmas, snowflakes fly for you, friendship warms you, air exults for you, and time freezes for you. Merry Christmas.