Document Type
Article
Publication Date
12-22-2022
Publication Source
The Conversation
Abstract
For many Christians around the world, celebrating the Nativity, or the birth of Jesus Christ, is the most important part of the Christmas season.
Among the most common Christmas traditions are small sets of figures depicting Joseph, Mary and Jesus that are displayed in individual homes, and live reenactments of the manger scene in communities and churches. While Nativity sets focus on the holy family, they can also include an angel, the three wise men bringing gifts, shepherds or some barnyard animals.
Around the world, it is common to see particular cultural and religious traditions incorporated through the materials used, the types of gifts presented to Jesus, or the people and animals present at the manger.
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Postprint
Copyright
Copyright © 2022, the Authors
Keywords
Christmas, Holidays, Christianity, Jesus, Religious traditions, Nativity, Virgin Mary, Religion and society, Religious holiday
eCommons Citation
Kayla Harris (0000-0002-1672-3022) and Neomi DeAnda (2022).
Who Is at the Manger?. The Conversation.
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https://ecommons.udayton.edu/imri_faculty_publications/65
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