Merry Christmas1.ppt
Merry Christmas!,Christmas is a celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ.,The Origin Of Christmas,The Origin Of Christmas,Born nearly two thousand years ago,Christians believe Him to be the Son of God.Whether Jesus was really born on December 25th,no one can say for certain.It was chosen because it already was a holiday in ancient times-a pagan feast.Christ Mass,later called Christmas,was first celebrated in the year 354,December 25th,according to several sources.,During each Christmas,people spread Christmas cards to show love and friendship.,It first came into being in 1846 in London.Most of them record the Birth of Jesus and relevant things.,Under the picture is usually written A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to You.,Christmas songs Carols,The Songs of Christmas Contain Two Categories:,We Wish You a Merry Christmas,We wish you a merry ChristmasWe wish you a merry ChristmasWe wish you a merry ChristmasAnd a Happy New YearGood tidings we bringTo you and your kinGood tidings for ChristmasAnd a Happy New Year Good tidings to you Wherever you are Good tidings for ChristmasAnd a Happy New Year,Jingle Bells 铃儿响叮当,White Christmas,Im dreaming of a white ChristmasJust like the ones I used to knowWhere the tree tops glistenAnd children listenTo hear sleigh bells in the snowIm dreaming of a white ChristmasWith every Christmas card I writeMay your days be merry and brightAnd may all your Christmases be white,Christmas Trees,The use of evergreen trees to celebrate the winter season occurred before the birth of Christ.People decorate it with gifts lights 3.decorations,Father Christmas,Full name:St.Nicholas/Santa ClausDate of birth:About 300A.D.Place of birth:Myra(todays Turkey)Working place:North pole Career:Priest(at age of 17)Gift-giver on Christmas EveInterests:Producing gifts Workmates:Mrs.Nicholas&reindeer,Christmas Gifts,As for Christmas gifts,it is anticipation that counts the most.The gift doesnt need to be very expensive,but it is better if it is something the person wants.People usually send gifts to their friends days before Christmas,while the presents for family members are kept under the Christmas tree and are not allowed to be opened till Christmas arrives.,Christmas Food,Christmas time is yet another opportunity to celebrate our love for each other with food.Christmas means parties with family and friends while we share the joy of this special season.And of course every party includes lots of good eating!Birthday cake for the baby Jesus as they are taught that Christmas is the time that we celebrate the birth of our Savior.,Christmas Food,Christmas cookies Fruitcake Mincemeat and mince pies,Thank you,