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History of Good Friday: Origin of Most Solemn Day in Christian Calendar – Good Friday is also called Holy Friday, Black Friday, and Great Friday. It is a solemn day in the Christian calendar, which is meant to commemorate the passion, suffering and death of Jesus Christ. On this day, followers observe a time of penance and fasting (after celebrating …

Good Friday Hymns: Hymn Lyrics For Good Friday – Good Friday is an auspicious day, observed on the Friday before Easter Sunday. On this day, Christians commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus and His death at Calvary. Hymns are sung in His praise, to remind people of the sufferings He had to face to save humanity. In any form of prayer, …

Mistletoe is an interesting plant; botanically it is categorized to be partial parasite i.e. the one which grows on the branches or trunk of a tree by penetrating its roots to take up nutrients, however few categories of Mistletoe are also found doing photosynthesis (making food on their own). These are basically popular for being used as a Christmas decoration …

Flowers are an important part of Christmas decorations. Every year, people buy flowers during the festive season, to decorate their Christmas tree, wreath, home and many other things. Christmas flowers such as rose, lily and daisy are sold extensively in the markets. Such importance is given to flowers, because they symbolize love, peace and prosperity. When a bud blossoms into …

Christmas is celebrated with religious fervor by people following Christianity. For them, it is the most auspicious occasion of a calendar year. Like most of the festivals that have transnational importance, Christmas has also been commercialized. In the present time, celebrating Christmas is all about spending on festoons, clothes, parties, cakes and gifts. Nonetheless, the religious aspects of the festival …

Christmas Grinch: Fictional character created by Dr. Seuss The festival of Christmas commemorates the birth of Lord Jesus Christ, the central figure of Christianity. He was born as the divine son of Virgin Mary and Joseph. As per the legends, Lord Jesus Christ was born in Bethlehem (Near Jerusalem in Israel), in a manger (stable). Christmas is the day to …

During the holidays of Christmas, people clean their home and decorate it beautifully. Christmas tree is also adorned with attractive embellishments, during the festive season. While most people purchase ornaments from the stores, to use them for the decorations, others prefer to spend frugally, for the festival. One of the ways to have an economical Christmas is to make embellishments …

The air is filled with excitement and festivity, as the dawn breaks over Christmas day. Known as Christmas morning, the time is much awaited by people, who celebrate it with pomp and gaiety. The day begins with people chanting prayers and singing jingles and songs in the praise of Lord. People across the world celebrate Christmas morning in different ways, …

The holiday season of Christmas is the time to let loose all the tensions of everyday life and have a lot of fun. It is the perfect occasion to call upon family members, relatives and long lost friends and spend some quality time with them. During the holidays, people would take part in activities such as making crafts, singing Christmas …

Christmas is a time to spend quality time with family members and have a lot of fun. During the holidays, many families would plan weekend getaway, parties, or get together with their friends and relatives. It is also the time, when cinema halls are flocked with movie buffs. While many people make their bookings in advance and head towards the …