The creation in mind and heart of a mythical figure, who personifies the very essence and spirit of Christmas, has long been a tradition in the culture of the Western world. England has its very own folklore tradition of a person who represents Christmas, and it is one that goes back to medieval times – and that is the jolly figure of 'Father Christmas.' Father Christmas is often confused these days, with the continental and American tradition of Santa Claus, a figure who brings presents on Christmas Eve - but they both have a distinct origin. In this video, I go back to the Middle Ages and explore the origins of Father Christmas.
24 December 2024
Father Christmas ~ The Origin of an English Christmas Tradition
Father Christmas ≠ Santa Claus.
The creation in mind and heart of a mythical figure, who personifies the very essence and spirit of Christmas, has long been a tradition in the culture of the Western world. England has its very own folklore tradition of a person who represents Christmas, and it is one that goes back to medieval times – and that is the jolly figure of 'Father Christmas.' Father Christmas is often confused these days, with the continental and American tradition of Santa Claus, a figure who brings presents on Christmas Eve - but they both have a distinct origin. In this video, I go back to the Middle Ages and explore the origins of Father Christmas.
The creation in mind and heart of a mythical figure, who personifies the very essence and spirit of Christmas, has long been a tradition in the culture of the Western world. England has its very own folklore tradition of a person who represents Christmas, and it is one that goes back to medieval times – and that is the jolly figure of 'Father Christmas.' Father Christmas is often confused these days, with the continental and American tradition of Santa Claus, a figure who brings presents on Christmas Eve - but they both have a distinct origin. In this video, I go back to the Middle Ages and explore the origins of Father Christmas.
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