When the Puritans came to the New World
in 1620, they brought with them their strict ways, their religious
views and their distaste for Christmas. Although Christmas was widely
celebrated in Europe as a Christian holiday marking the birth of
Jesus Christ, Puritans saw it as a false holiday with stronger ties
to Paganism than Christianity. Known for being pious and reserved, Puritans also took a dislike to the drinking and dancing
associated with the holiday.
After the Puritans left the old world,
they decided to leave these holiday traditions behind.
Instead of feasting and giving gifts, Puritans commemorated Christmas by praying, reflecting on sin and
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