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Celebrating Christmas in Britain and in Russia Made by Vinogradova Mariya 6 a form

Celebrating Christmas in Britain and in Russia Made by Vinogradova Mariya 6 a form.

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Celebrating Christmas in Britain and in Russia Made by Vinogradova Mariya 6 a form

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  1. Celebrating Christmas in Britain and in RussiaMade by VinogradovaMariya 6 a form

  2. Christmas is a great Christian feast was established in memory of the birth of the son of God, Jesus Christ in Bethlehem.Why Christmas is celebrated twice in the world? Christmas is celebrated in many countries of the world, differing only the date and calendar styles (Julian and Gregorian). People living by the Gregorian calendar, meet in the night from 24 to 25 December Christmas day. Orthodox celebrate the night of 6 to 7 January according to the Julian calendar.

  3. As to any tradition, Englishmen are very serious. The celebration of Christmas in England lasts 3 days. Christmas Eve, Christmas day and the Day of Donation (gift). A week before the holiday home is thoroughly clean, wipe to Shine window. On the door of every house - green wreath, coloured lights, garlands. The British begin to prepare for the celebration of almost a month. On Christmas morning, happy children go down to the living room where under the tree, or Christmas stockings socks lie the long-awaited gifts from Santa Claus.On this day all gather in his parent's house at the table, people give presents to each other, exchange postcards.

  4. In England there is a special day - the Day of giving. Today Christmas lunch at the British involves traditional dishes such as roast Turkey and, of course, pudding.The British celebrate Christmas day before the New year, and for them it is a great holiday, holiday of presents, meetings, perhaps that is why they are so carefully preparing for it.

  5. If we take our country, for most Russians, the New year is considered the favorite holiday, celebrated wider than Christmas. Christmas day was output in Russia since 1991. Many believers attend worship in the temples and churches.

  6. Christmas in Russia is accompanied by colorful folk customs. There were and there are still popular Christmas fortune-telling, especially among girls.This holiday is associated with the custom of caroling - going from home to home for children and youth with songs and good wishes.

  7. An old tradition of decorating the everlasting beauty of the Christmas tree came to us from Germany. It passed on in many countries of the world. Dressed toys and balloons, garlands and tinsel it welcomed children from many countries. In all cities, large and small, there is a Christmas tree at the square.

  8. The majority of people celebrate Christmas in Russia, but gifts are given mainly for the New year ; at the table in the family decided to celebrate Christmas in most families , but traditional dishes do not prepare. But only some person visit Church .

  9. 1. Christmas is a family holiday in Russia and in England. The whole family gathers at the holiday table.2. In general for all people who celebrate this holiday is an atmosphere of joy, surprises, presents.3. In this day all Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ.We celebrate Christmas on 7 January, and the British -25 December. But it's not important, that this bright holiday. And, more importantly, on this day all people show care, love, charity.

  10. Thank you for your attention!!!!!

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