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UNDER THE MISTLETOE..
The plant was sacred in many cultures, generally representing peace and love.
Most people know the tradition of kissing under the mistletoe at Christmas time, which probably comes from Scandinavian mythology.. The Goddess Freya’s son was killed by an arrow made of mistletoe, so, in honour of him, she declared... |
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SINTERKLAAS IN NETHERLANDS
Sinterklaas is actually closely interwined with Christmas. When the Dutch "owned" New York, then called New Amsterdam, they brought this feast with them. Sinterklaas (Saint Nicholas) was part (among lots of other things) of the basis of what is now Christmas.... |
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