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Christmas and Hanukkah Traditions and Their Origins

Bring new meaning to your Christmas and Hanukkah celebrations by learning about the origins and symbolism behind these familiar holiday traditions.

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Amaryllis

Amaryllis means "sparkling" in Greek, and that's an apt description for its vivid, dazzling blooms. The flower was discovered by a German physician in the Andes Mountains of Chile in 1828. Since then, the tall stems of this easy-to-force bulb have been regarded as a symbol of pride, and its brilliant blossoms in red, white, pink, or salmon are a favorite for brightening up winter.

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