Traditions

Traditions Links

The Tradition of Christmas Explains several practices that have become Christmas traditions.
How Stuff Works: Christmas Answers over thirty questions about the traditions behind Christmas trees, cards, shopping, plants, songs, and customs.
Why Christmas Answers Christmas questions. Information includes how Christmas customs originated, how the holiday is celebrated around the world, and why it exists.
Myths and Lore of Mistletoe About mistletoe, its biology, and traditional lore. From the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation.
MerryTales - The Advent A description of Christian traditions, and the reasons for them.
Christmas Weed -- A Childhood Memory A true story of a mother with young children who uses a weed for a Christmas tree and starts a new holiday tradition.
Christmas' Pagan Origins Article examines the pagan traditions that proved the foundation of Christmas.
A Traditional Christmas Includes a history of the holiday and an introduction to many of the customs which surround it, from exchanging gifts to kissing beneath the mistletoe.
About.com: Christmas History, Customs and Folklore Links to folklore, history, and traditions. Including "Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus", "A Christmas Carol" and other stories, parodies, and FAQ.
Christmas - Navidad Includes holiday history, the background of several traditions, tips for the season, and stories. In English and Spanish.

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