The
Symbols of Christmas
(collected
by Lynne in Newark, CA)
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THE STAR: A heavenly sign of prophecy fulfilled
long, long ages ago, -- The shining hope of mankind.
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RED: The first color of Christmas, symbolizing
the Savior's sacrifice for all.
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FIR TREE: Evergreen -- The second color of
Christmas shows everlasting life. The needles point heavenward.
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THE BELL: Rings out to guide lost sheep back
to the fold -- signifying that all are precious in the eyes of the Lord.
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THE CANDLE: A mirror of starlight reflecting
our thanks for the Star of Bethlehem.
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GIFT BOW: Tied as we should all be tied together
in bonds of goodwill forever.
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CANDY CANE: The shepherd's crook used to bring
lambs back into the fold. A reminder that we are all our brother's keeper.
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THE WREATH: A symbol of the never-ending eternal
nature of love...having no beginning and no end.
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If you can find more symbols please write, and I will add them to this
list. Conny Hillgaard