Why We Kiss under the Mistletoe: Christmas Traditions Explained by Michael P. Foley, Michael P. Foley

Why We Kiss under the Mistletoe: Christmas Traditions Explained
Michael P. Foley, Michael P. Foley
Page: 256
Format: pdf, ePub, mobi, fb2
ISBN: 9781684512416
Publisher: Regnery History
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From the famed author of international bestseller Drinking with the Saints, every Christmas tradition explained and celebrated, as well as a glimpse into all the sometimes macabre and always fascinating nooks and crannies of the holiday. Deepen your knowledge of and love for Christmas!

The definitive guide to every question you’ve had about the Christmas holiday—and many more you’ve never thought to ask!

In Why We Kiss Under the Mistletoe, bestselling author Michael Foley dives deep into the history of Christmas and the customs that surround this beloved holiday. Learn about the fascinating origins of your favorite Christmas food, drink, observances, and songs. Discover how Saint Nicolas, a fourth-century Catholic bishop, became Santa Clause and who Santa’s global competitors are (some of them will shock you). And dig into the forbidden history of the Yuletide season’s dark and ghoulish side.

Witty, imaginative, and wholly unique, Why We Kiss Under the Mistletoe is the stocking stuffer that will be revisited every year.

Why Do We Kiss Under the Mistletoe? - HISTORY
        
        Why do people kiss under the mistletoe? - Today Show
        According to The Smithsonian, the romantic symbolization of the mistletoe comes from ancient Norse mythology, which is a body of myths of the 
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        Mistletoe as Symbols of Christmas - Celebrating Holidays
        Basically, when enemies met under mistletoe, they were obligated to drop their weapons and embrace. Perhaps in honor of Balder, the Nordic people would hesitate 
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        In Why We Kiss Under the Mistletoe, bestselling author Michael Foley dives deep into the history of Christmas and the customs that surround this beloved holiday 
        Christmas traditions explained: Mistletoe | wcnc.com
        The tradition of kissing under the mistletoe dates back to 16th century England, and is possibly related to the belief of the plant's "effects 
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        Why We Kiss under the Mistletoe: Christmas Traditions Explained. Michael P. Foley (Author). FORMAT. 
        What Is "Mistletoe" And Why Do We Kiss Under It?
        The origin of kissing under the mistletoe is shrouded in uncertainty, but it is believed the ancient Greeks celebrated the winter holiday of 
        Why do people kiss under mistletoe? The  - Birmingham Live
        In more modern times, kissing under mistletoe has lost much of its original meaning which dates back to Celtic Druids. The first people known to 
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        The tradition said that it's bad luck to refuse to be kissed under the mistletoe. That being said, make sure that you don't eat the berries because they may be

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