The last month of 2025 is approaching and many are starting to prepare for the end-of-year holidays. in argentina, Assemble the Christmas tree It is one of the most enduring family traditions that brings together children and adults year after year.
Behind the wreaths, the lights, spheres and star hide ancient pagan practices and a Catholic ceremony commemorating Mary.
Assembling it is so instant Gather the family together to decorate the house with festive items and welcome Christmas, One of the most important celebrations for the Catholic faith is the anniversary of the birth of Jesus Christ.
And in Argentina, The Christmas tree is put up every December 8th and continues until January 6th, Three Kings Day.
tradition It coincides with the Catholic celebration of the Immaculate Conception of Mary. The date that marks the beginning of Advent and the beginning of Christmas celebrations.
For many Christians, it is The tree symbolizes God’s love and serves as a family activity. A moment to be grateful for the year you’ve had and prepare for the year to come.
In addition to this tradition, many people usually place manger shapes, wreaths, centerpieces, and wreaths to decorate the doors and place them inside the home.
all December 8, millions of families in Argentina put up a Christmas treeIt usually marks the beginning of Advent and anticipates the end-of-year celebrations. Although this tradition has been linked to Christianity for centuries, its origin goes back to pagan rituals, religious symbolism, and popular traditions.
the The first references come from ancient Celtic cultures. Communities cut down oak trees and take them home to decorate them with fruits and candles to signify that the trees will flower the following summer and ensure the return of the sun.
Over time, the Celtic custom of decorating the Tree of the Universe as an offering to their gods returned. It was adapted into Christianity to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. Its assembly began in Argentina in 1807.
he December 8 also coincides with the national holiday of Immaculate Conception Day.It is the date on which the Church remembers the conception of the Virgin Mary, the mother of Jesus. For this reason, this day is chosen in many homes to put up the tree, as a gesture of spiritual preparation for Christmas.