Christmas in Ritual and Tradition, Christian and Pagan - Couverture rigide

Miles, Clement A

 
9781434473776: Christmas in Ritual and Tradition, Christian and Pagan

Synopsis

Christmas in Ritual and Tradition, Christian and Pagan explores the complex historical roots of Christmas, tracing its development from ancient pagan festivals to Christian holy day. Drawing on folklore, liturgical history, and comparative religion, the book reveals how rituals like gift-giving, tree decorating, and the Nativity have evolved across centuries and cultures. It examines European traditions such as Yule, Saturnalia, and medieval celebrations, showing how diverse customs were adapted into a unified religious holiday. This scholarly yet accessible study uncovers the multifaceted nature of one of the world's most widely celebrated festivals.

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Christmas in Ritual and Tradition, Christian and Pagan is presented here in a high quality paperback edition. This popular classic work by Clement A. Miles is in the English language, and may not include graphics or images from the original edition. If you enjoy the works of Clement A. Miles then we highly recommend this publication for your book collection.

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