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The Face of Christmas Past
Unlike
our modern Santa Claus, Father Christmas was traditionally a
personification of the holiday who emphasized generosity to others,
thanksgiving to God, and celebration of the Savior.
Anthony McRoy
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While
the modern "Santa Claus" is essentially American, one U.S. tradition
never took off in Britain—designating him "Kriss Kringle." Instead,
Britons call him "Father Christmas." Father Christmas did not merge with
Santa until around the 1870s. He was not a jolly, rotund elf, nor was
he associated with presents or even children. People viewed him not as
actually existing (like St. Nicholas) but rather as the personification
of the season (like "Father Time"). ...
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Wednesday, December 25, 2019
The Face of Christmas Past
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