THE CHRISTMAS TREE
The Christmas tree originated in Germany, in the 16th century. It was common for the Germanic people to decorate fir trees, both inside and out with roses, apples, and colored paper.
It is believed that Martin Luther was the first to light a Christmas tree with candles. While coming home one dark winter's night near Christmas, he was struck with the beauty of the starlight shining through the branches of a small fir tree outside his home.The Christmas tree originated in Germany, in the 16th century. It was common for the Germanic people to decorate fir trees, both inside and out with roses, apples, and colored paper.
He told to his children that it reminded him Jesus, who left the stars of heaven to come to earth.
