How did the tradition of putting Christmas begin
The tradition of putting up a Christmas tree dates back to ancient times. Evergreen trees, which stay green all year round, were seen as symbols of life and fertility in many cultures. The ancient Egyptians, Chinese, and Hebrews all believed that evergreen trees held special powers.
The modern tradition of decorating a Christmas tree originated in Germany in the 16th century. Devout Christians began bringing decorated trees into their homes and decorating them with candles, fruits, nuts, and other ornaments. This was to symbolize the tree of paradise mentioned in the Bible's Book of Genesis.
The German tradition gradually spread across Europe and was later introduced to North America by German settlers in the 18th century. It became more widespread and popularized in the 19th century due to the influence of Queen Victoria and the British royal family, who were depicted celebrating Christmas with a decorated tree.
Over time, different cultures and regions have added their own unique touches to the tradition. Today, putting up a Christmas tree is a widespread practice in many parts of the world and has become an integral part of the Christmas celebrations.