Most Popular December Global Holidays and Their Symbolism
Christmas Eve (24th Dec) It’s the day before Christmas and this December holiday is celebrated on 24th Dec. In some European countries, it is traditionally a day for large family dinners and in others, the main meal takes place on Christmas Day. Christmas Eve was also a time to remember those who have died, much as All Souls’ Day has been observed in Catholic lands since early times. Christmas Day (25th Dec) This December holiday is celebrated on 25th Dec and it’s the day when Christmas festivities traditionally begin. It was a time for gift-giving, feasting, and drinking. Diwali/Deepavali (11th Nov) It is also known as the ‘Festival of lights which celebrates the triumph of good over evil. In Hinduism, this December holiday is dedicated to the worship of Lakshmi and her various aspects. Hanukkah Eve (27th Dec) This December holiday looks back to the events in 165 BC when Judea was ruled by Antiochus IV Epiphanes who tried to suppress Jewish religious observance. On 25 Kislev 16...