Christmas tree
A Christmas tree is a tradition associated with the celebration of Christmas. It is usually an evergreen coniferous tree that is cut and brought into the home. In Europe, the tree is traditionally a Norway spruce tree.
The tree is decorated with Christmas lights and colourful ornaments during the days around Christmas. An angel or a star is often placed at the top of the tree. Fir trees outside the home may be decorated in a similar fashion. The custom of the Christmas tree has its origin among the Protestant peoples of Northern Europe. It is not a religious symbol.
In minority communities[change | change source]
Until the 2023 there was an annual Christmas tree in the courtyard of the YMCA in Gaza City (Arabic: جمعية الشبان المسيحية غزة) in the Gaza Strip.[1] In 2022, the Christmas Tree in Gaza City YMCA was topped with a big red star.
References[change | change source]
- ↑ Khalil, Adam. "Israel denies Gaza Christians permits to celebrate Christmas with families". Middle East Eye. Retrieved 19 December 2023.
Other websites[change | change source]
Media related to Christmas trees at Wikimedia Commons
- British Royal Family Christmas trees Archived 2008-01-12 at the Wayback Machine
