The First Christmas Tree and The Lost Word
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- Paperback
- Sideantal:
- 58
- Udgivet:
- 1. november 2023
- Størrelse:
- 216x4x280 mm.
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- 174 g.
- 8-11 hverdage.
- 20. november 2024
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Beskrivelse af The First Christmas Tree and The Lost Word
"The First Christmas Tree" is a historical novella written by Henry Van Dyke, an American author, and clergyman. It was first published in 1897 and has become a classic Christmas story that captures the spirit and symbolism of Christmas traditions.
The novella tells the story of a young, newly ordained minister named Johannes, who is sent from Germany to a mission in the Harz Mountains of Saxony. As he arrives in the picturesque village of Oberndorf, he discovers that the villagers celebrate the Christmas season in a unique and meaningful way.
The people of Oberndorf have a tradition of decorating and lighting a fir tree in the town square, making it the first recorded instance of a Christmas tree. Johannes, initially skeptical of this custom, learns about the significance of the tree from an elderly woman named Ursula. She tells him that the tree represents the Tree of Life, and the lights on the tree symbolize the stars that shone on the night of Christ's birth.
The story beautifully illustrates how the simple act of decorating a Christmas tree can serve as a powerful reminder of the joy, hope, and love that Christmas represents. "The First Christmas Tree" is not only a heartwarming and enchanting tale but also a reflection on the meaning of Christmas traditions.
It emphasizes the importance of embracing the spirit of giving, love, and faith during the holiday season. The story has become a cherished part of the Christmas literary canon, reminding readers of the deeper, spiritual meaning behind many holiday customs.
The novella tells the story of a young, newly ordained minister named Johannes, who is sent from Germany to a mission in the Harz Mountains of Saxony. As he arrives in the picturesque village of Oberndorf, he discovers that the villagers celebrate the Christmas season in a unique and meaningful way.
The people of Oberndorf have a tradition of decorating and lighting a fir tree in the town square, making it the first recorded instance of a Christmas tree. Johannes, initially skeptical of this custom, learns about the significance of the tree from an elderly woman named Ursula. She tells him that the tree represents the Tree of Life, and the lights on the tree symbolize the stars that shone on the night of Christ's birth.
The story beautifully illustrates how the simple act of decorating a Christmas tree can serve as a powerful reminder of the joy, hope, and love that Christmas represents. "The First Christmas Tree" is not only a heartwarming and enchanting tale but also a reflection on the meaning of Christmas traditions.
It emphasizes the importance of embracing the spirit of giving, love, and faith during the holiday season. The story has become a cherished part of the Christmas literary canon, reminding readers of the deeper, spiritual meaning behind many holiday customs.
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