Where did the Christmas tree come from?

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1. Guest8879
   

   Everyone is interested to know, about the origion of Christmas tree tradition in Christian culture. The tradition of using evergreen boughs, including holly and mistletoe, as decoration during winter celebrations is ancient. In the Middle East, trees were traditionally cut down, brought into the home, and decorated, just as Christmas  trees are today.
   
   The first incarnation of the Christmas tree,  occurred in 16th century Germany, where it was used to celebrate a 24 December holiday called "The Feast of Adam and Eve." These trees were called "paradise trees" and thought to be related to the Tree of Knowledge discussed in the book of Genesis. German immigrants brought the tree to America in the 17th century, and it became accepted as a Christmas decoration throughout the Western world only around 1850.

   
   

    

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