12 Christmas Symbols & Their Meaning

A list of religious Christmas symbols and what they mean.  

SIMPLE CHRISTMAS SYMBOLS & WHAT THEY MEAN

Have you ever wondered why you use stockings or stars at Christmas?

Or why it’s tradition to decorate with poinsettias or wreaths?

All those special Christmas symbols that fill the earth at Christmas are to help everyone remember the importance of Jesus Christ’s birth.

I really wanted my children to know that Christmas meant more than presents and Santa. 

So I published a book!  Now there is a fun and easy way to learn about about the symbols! 

See Christ in Christmas is a beautiful 8.5 x 8.5 hardcover illustrated Christmas book that will help readers young and old see Christ in the holiday season always. 

Each of the 12 Christmas symbols for kids has a poem perfect for a read-aloud.  The poems explain what they mean and how each Christmas object reminds us of Christ. 

And the illustrations are so beautiful you might just want to stare at them all day long. 

12 SYMBOLS OF CHRISTMAS 

In the book See Christ In Christmas, you’ll learn about these 12 Christmas symbols and their meanings. All of the symbols for Christmas represent Christ and His love.  

MEANING OF THE STAR

The star is a Christmas symbol that is used everywhere!  The star represents the new star that appeared on the night of Christ’s birth. 

See Christ In Christmas explains each symbol with a delightful poem, plus illustrations representing the original symbol and it’s modern day meaning. 

For example, “This is the star that shines sparkly and bright. It will remind you of Christ’s birth on that first Christmas night. The wise men followed the new star to the babe born in Bethlehem. You too can follow His light in your life and be wise just like them. 

CHRISTMAS TREE SYMBOLISM 

The Christmas tree meaning is a special one. The Christmas tree is evergreen. Unlike other trees, evergreen trees never turn brown, even in the middle of winter. Christmas trees are evergreen representing eternal life. 

The Christmas tree symbolism also reminds us to look to heaven. The top of the Christmas tree points to heaven, reminding us to always look to God in our life. 

So what is the Christmas tree a symbol of? It is a symbol of turning to God. And eternal life. 

These are the 12 symbols of Christmas you will find in the book: 

1. Star 
2. Stocking 
3. Candy Cane 
4. Poinsettia
5. Wreath
6. Evergreen Tree
7. Angels
8. Dove
9. Christmas lights
10. Snowflake
11. Lights
12. Presents

If you are looking for a way to keep Christ in Christmas, this is an easy way to do it! 

This Christmas book will last year after year, making it a perfect book to add to your holiday collections! (Especially if you do a Christmas Book Advent Calendar as a way to count down to Christmas!)

SEE CHRIST IN CHRISTMAS BOOK

Order your copy of this See Christ in Christmas here.  It will become a new family favorite as it helps you and your children see Christ in Christmas.  

ORDER YOUR CHRISTMAS SYMBOLS BOOK HERE

 

OTHER CHRIST-CENTERED CHRISTMAS IDEAS 

• 25 Days of Christmas Scripture Advent 

• 12 Days of Christ- 12 Days of Christmas Gift Ideas