Introduction
Christmas is the most important festival for Christians. Christmas same for them what Diwali is for the Hindus and EID for the Muslims. It is celebrated on the 25th of December every year with great pomp and show.
Why is the celebrated
This festival is celebrated in memory of the day on which Christ was born. Crist was the founder of Christianity. Is believed that he was sent into this world to save mankind.
Description of the Christmas celebration
Great preparations are made for the occasion. All houses and churches are cleaned and white-washed. The walls are decorated with paper flower, pictures, looking glasses and wall buntings. All the Christians, rich or poor, young or old, take part in it. The shopkeepers who sell Christmas cards and Christmas present decorate their shops with beautiful pictures and toys. They do so to attract people to their shops.
Planting of the Christmas tree
The most important part of the festival is the planting of the Christmas tree. A large branch of a tree is cut down. It is planted in one corner of the house. Then this branch is decorated with little toys sach is dolls, toys, birds, flowers, etc. At night candles and electric bulbs are lighted on its twigs. The Christmas tree looks very bright and beautiful.
Prayers and exchange of parents
Then in the night, all the children of the house are called in. All sing songs and offer prayers to God who sent his son, Christ to earth to remove all sins and sufferings. After the prayer, all the members of the house and guests are given Christmas presents. Christmas cards, pictures, books and sweets are sent to friends and relatives.
Feasts and domestic performance
Then big feasts are arranged. Delicious dishes are served before all. The housewife looks very important figure. She entertains all the guests. People prepare the best food they can offer on the day.
After the feast is over all members take part in music. They dance and sing at night. Then the festival comes to a close. All gather in the church to pray to God that they may lead a happy life in the coming year.
Conclusion
Christmas is a festival of rejoicing to Christians all over the world. In the days of British rule in India, all the schools and colleges were closed for 15 days on the occasion of this festival.
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