Symbols of Christmas
and their meanings
 

Wreath
Eternal love, no beginning, no end.  Love comes full circle.

Candle
The light of Christ, our own inner light.

Gifts
Giving, sharing, thinking of others.

Bow
Tied in the bonds of brotherly love.

Bell
Rings to bring lost sheep home.

Tree
The evergreen of everlasting life, pointing heavenward.

Candy Cane
Shepherd's crook for bringing lambs back to the fold.

Red
The Savior's sacrifice for all.

Star
The Bethlehem star, a sign of prophecy, the light of the world.

Santa Claus
The spirit of Christmas, giving and receiving love, caring,
sharing, goodness, cheerfulness, happiness, peace, good will to all, Christ-like giving.