A Series Of Typical Christmas Home Decoration Knick-knacks And Their Meanings

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JAKARTA - Celebrating Christmas is incomplete if you don't prepare Christmas-themed home decorations. Christmas-themed decorations will make the celebration with the family more lively. There are many choices of Christmas trinkets that can be used to decorate the house. But actually each of these Christmas marker decorations carries a special meaning.

Reported from various sources, here are five decorations that are often Christmas markers and must be in the house and the meaning behind them:

Christmas tree

The Christmas tree is one of the must-have decorations for Christmas celebrations at home. No need for a large fir tree, now a decorated mini-sized Christmas tree can enliven the atmosphere of the house. Imitation Christmas trees are also widely sold in various sizes. Imitation Christmas trees can be stored and reused over and over again for years to come, reducing the amount of tree felling.

Launching History.com, Sunday, December 26, the Christmas tree has been used in Germany since the 16th century. The tree chosen also has a condition, namely a tree that is green all season or evergreen. Therefore, spruce or fig trees that remain fertile throughout the season are an option. The reason is because in many countries, evergreen trees are believed to ward off evil spirits and disease. In addition, the evergreen Christmas tree is also symbolized as hope and life.

The Christmas tree is also believed to have been popularized by the Queen of England in the early 19th century in England. Citing the BBC, the Christmas tree tradition began when Queen Victoria was still on the throne. Queen Victoria and her husband Albert are a couple who love Christmas. At that time, Christmas tree decorations were added with toys and gifts, candies, to plush cakes hung with ribbons and paper chains.

Christmas socks

Big red socks are also a must-have decoration on Christmas Day. Socks are usually hung on the wall or placed near the Christmas tree. The importance of the presence of Christmas socks is connected with the story of Santa Claus when distributing gifts. Santa is said to have descended through the chimney and placed a Christmas present into each child's sock.

The tradition of making socks as Christmas decorations is also associated with the story of St. It was Nicholas who threw gold coins into the socks of the three women who hung them from the fireplace. These three women are said to need money for the dowry, and the gold coins keep them from prostitution.

Socks are also symbolized as a spirit for people to maintain a good life in the world and enjoy the joy of Christmas.

Christmas faucet

Krans or decorations in the form of flower arrangements that are arranged in a circle are mandatory decorations to be present at Christmas. Faucets are usually used to decorate the walls, doors and windows of the house. Don't forget to add a fiery red ribbon to beautify the faucet.

Traditionally, Christmas faucets are made of spruce leaves topped with red berries. The inspiration for this wreath came from the crown of thorns Jesus wore at the crucifixion. Its circular shape is also interpreted as God's never ending love.

Christmas Candles

This decoration always gives a warm and cheerful feel in the room. The twinkling of Christmas lights and the glow of candles will add to the beauty of the corners of the house.

In celebrating Christmas, candles represent the light of the world. Jesus came down to earth to face the darkness caused by human sin, and He showed Christians the straight path.

Christmas Bells

Gold-colored bells are synonymous with Christmas decorations. Usually the bells are hung to decorate the Christmas tree or the front door of the house. Christmas bells are depicted as symbols of joy and joy for homeowners.

At first the bell was rung as a sign to give news and invite everyone to rejoice and rejoice at the birth of a savior. But now the bells are ringing in the churches to mark the start of mass.