Upside Down Christmas Tree
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To represent the Trinity, a central European tradition which began back in the 12th Century was to hang a Christmas tree upside down. Today, many stores have begun to do this as well as it saves on floor space and more ornaments can be displayed.
For those who have animals, or young children, in their homes, using an upside down weighted stand or a hanging bracket from the ceiling, it provides the ultimate level of safety regarding both tree lighting and ornaments to be placed well beyond any chance of an injury or accident.
Many stores are running out of stock because, as this trend has continued to grow for several years, consumers are beginning to see the multitude of benefits for safety as well as a unique decor idea.
Regarding saving space, placing the tree on the upside down weighted stand or hanging it from the ceiling provides the opportunity to place the tree between furniture, anywhere within the room including the middle, as well as being able to place a table underneath providing better surface space for gifts. Many upside-down trees for sale are available pre-lit which is a great benefit especially if there is a limited amount of time for decorating.
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As of the 12th century, people began hanging the trees upside down as a symbol of the Trinity. In ancient times, the coniferous tree, or evergreen, was a symbol of rebirth. Romans used the evergreen to honor the god of agriculture, pagans used them to chase away evil spirits, and the druids and Norsemen used deciduous oaks as their sacred tree, also symbolizing birth.
It is not the placement of the tree that is important: only tradition has dictated the tree to stand with the tip pointing toward heaven. It is the nature of the tree that is important. In 725 AD, one legend states that Saint Bonifice, who was the missionary to the Germans, chopped down a massive oak tree located near Geismar to prevent sacrifices from being done around the sacred oak.
A beautiful fir tree appeared in the center after the oak had been felled. Saint Bonifice instructed the people to carry the wild evergreens into their homes and place gifts underneath, symbolizing love and kindness. Although it is stated that Saint Bonifice described the branches as pointing toward heaven being a symbol of eternal life, the fact remains that it was the birth of the tree that was important, not the direction in which it was presented.
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Just because a plant grows with its roots up to the sun instead of down into the ground, it does not mean that plant is sacrilegious, or harmful to any belief system. Take into consideration the shape and form of the female reproductive system: it is the symbol of birth, it is the actual vessel of birth and even though it points downward instead of upward, it does not mean that there is anything sacrilegious about it.
The importance of symbolization is the underlying factor: an item is used to symbolize something to enhance a belief and give hope and strength to everyone. Displaying a Christmas tree upside down is not a bad thing.
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