1/26/2024 0 Comments Christmas wreaths for front door![]() ![]() Their wreaths were typically used in rituals that would ensure the continuance of the circle of life.Ĭhristmas wreaths are a beautiful decoration for your home or office that can really show off your true holiday cheer. These candles represented the elements of Earth, wind, fire, and water. Similarly to Catholic customs, traditional Pagan wreaths were also evergreen circles consisting of four candles. The four Sundays preceding Christmas day are embodied by the four candles that were lit each Friday of Advent at dinner along with a prayer. Christmas wreaths in the Catholic tradition had four candles – Three of purple, symbolizing penance, and expectation, and one of pink to represent the coming joy. ![]() Evergreens are commonly used in the construction of the wreath due to their heartiness throughout harsh winters and that they denote strength as well as immortality. The circle shape of the wreath is made to represent Christ’s eternal love, his strength, and the creation of new life. Additionally, the victors of sporting events in ancient Greece were given laurel wreaths This tradition still being used to this day during the Olympic games in which the medals are engraved with sprigs of laurel.Ĭhristmas wreaths are made by twisting or bending evergreen branches into a large circle which are then decorated with pinecones and a red bow. Women usually wore them as headdresses as a symbol of pride, and also donned them during special occasions such as weddings. The word wreath comes from the word “writhen” that was an old English word meaning “to writhe” or “to twist.” The art of hanging Christmas wreaths originated from the Romans who hung wreaths on their doors as a sign of victory and of their status in society. Most people don’t think of the rich history attached to these beautiful Christmas decorations. If you’re driving through town during the Holiday Season, you may see a Christmas wreath on almost every front door.
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