The allegoric colors of Christmas are red and green. Red symbolizes the Saviour’s sacrifice for mankind. Green is the color of the pine tree, and other evergreens such as holly. Pine trees, with their needles pointing up to heaven, represent everlasting light and life.

The Star
The star represents the star followed by the 3 Wise men. It symbolizes the announcement of Jesus’ birth, the shining hope of mankind.

The Bells
Bells both call us to worship, and remind us of the joyous angelic announcement of Christ’s birth to the shepherds.

The Candy Cane
It’s is a symbol of the humble roots of Christianity, the shepherd’s crook. The hardness of the candy cane reminds Christians that the church was founded on solid rock.

The traditional peppermint flavor of the cane is tastes like hyssop, a plant in the mint family. It was used in the Old Testament for purification and sacrifice.

Candles
To Christians, lit candles remind us that Jesus is the light of the world, the light we should follow.

Wreaths
The Christmas wreath reminds us of the never ending love of God. Christmas wreaths are traditionally circles made with evergreens, which symbolize life.

Christmas Stockings
According to an old tale, three poor girls who were in dire need of money for their wedding dowries had hung their stockings by the fire to dry. Saint Nicholas - the first Santa Claus- upon finding out about their need, left a gift of gold coins in their stockings.