Did you know that Julius Caesar introduced the Julian calendar, which resulted in December 25th being declared the ‘winter solstice’ and that Pope Gregory I eventually adapted the 'Pagan' festival to become a Christian celebration? Did you know that Christmas trees did not appear until 1835?
If you would like to learn more Christmas facts then I'm sure you will loved reading this infographic from Hayes Garden World about the History of Christmas!
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Blessings and best Christmas wishes,
Merry Christmas Natasha.
ReplyDeleteWow, what a wonderful way to show the history of Christmas, I really enjoyed reading it.
I hope you and yours have a great Christmas and that the weather stays sunny and warm for you.
blessings,
Diana
Wow that is quite a time line, thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteI hope you-all have a very MERRY CHRISTMAS!
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