Wondering what are the symbols for Christmas? Here's a list of religious Christmas symbols and what they mean.
SIMPLE CHRISTMAS SYMBOLS & WHAT THEY MEAN
Christmastime is a magical one! There are no shortage of favorite family Christmas traditions, recipes to make, and memories to be made. And of course, let's not forget the fun of setting up your Christmas tree, hanging the stockings, and placing a wreath on your door.
But have you ever wondered why you use stockings or stars at Christmas?
Or the symbolism of Christmas wreath? And symbols of the Christmas tree?
Believe it or not, all of these popular Christmas symbols have great meaning.
Yes, there's even a reason why it's a Christmas tradition to decorate with poinsettias and wreaths!
So what does Christmas symbolize? All those special Christmas symbols that fill the earth at Christmas are to help everyone remember the importance of Jesus Christ's birth.
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.

I really wanted my children to know that Christmas meant more than presents and Santa.
So I published a book! Now there is a beautiful and family-friendly way to learn about about the Christmas holiday 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 things that represent 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.
MEANING OF THE STAR
The star is one of the xmas symbols that is used everywhere! The star represents the new star that appeared on the night of Christ's birth.
See Christ In Christmas is full of Christmas symbols poem to explain the meaning of each one. Beautiful illustrations represent the original Christmas symbol and their 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.
What Are The 12 Symbols of Christmas?
The meaning of symbols of Christmas is found in these 12 Christmas objects:
- Star - the new star in Bethlehem
- Stocking
- Candy Cane - red represents the blood Jesus spilt and white represents purity
- Poinsettia
- Wreath - wreath represents eternal life
- Evergreen Tree
- Angels
- Dove - peace on Earth that comes through Jesus Christ
- Christmas lights
- Snowflake
- Lights- what do Christmas lights represent? They represent the new light that Christ is.
- Presents
If you are looking for a way to learn what Christmas represents and 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 learn the Merry Christmas symbols and see Christ in Christmas.
Angela Kuzma says
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