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概要
- The Nativity scene, Christmas Mass, gift-giving, and decorations are key Catholic Christmas traditions that bring the Gospel to life and foster a sense of community and spiritual meaning.
- Christmas Eve is marked by special meals, the Vigil Mass, and Midnight Mass, where Catholics gather to welcome Christ and reflect on the Incarnation.
- The Christmas tree, adopted into Catholic tradition, symbolizes hope, eternal life, and the light of Christ, serving as a central focus during the season.
- Advent customs, including wreaths, calendars, Jesse Trees, and increased prayer, prepare Catholics spiritually for Christmas, focusing on expectation and reflection.
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