History of the Holidays You Might Not Know

The history of “the holidays” goes back a long way and spans many cultures. And, some of them you might not know. Sometimes called “the most wonderful time of the year,” the holidays can be magical. Additionally, most are full of beautiful lights, decorations, joyful music, and plenty of food. Sadly, many people go through the motions, like putting up Christmas trees or following family traditions without knowing where any of it came from. Therefore, it’s easy to be sucked into a tradition without thinking.

I’m pretty sure you’ve wondered about the history of the holiday season. Why do people celebrate all these different holidays, like Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and Winter Solstice? For instance, I still think it’s a little odd we put an evergreen tree in my living room. Well, you might be surprised how far back some of these traditions go. With all that in mind, allow me to shed a little light on the holiday season for you with the History of the Holidays You Might Not Know.

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