The Christmas tree is a tradition followed worldwide, decorated with a variety of ornaments, each with its own meaning. If one wants a year where love, prosperity, financial improvement, and success take center stage, different elements should be placed on it.
The tree assembly should be done on December 8th. According to the Argentine News Agency (NA), one of the decorations can be a cinnamon stick with a red ribbon, an ornament meant to bring love and prosperity. Also, mistletoe should be placed on the tree, symbolizing prosperity, unity, happiness, and purification in the home.
As for Christmas balls, the colored ones symbolize joy, abundance, and prosperity in the times to come. They represent the apples that were once hung on sacred trees to return the spirits of nature and the fertility of the Earth.
Bells should also be placed on the tree, as they represent the message of joy that the arrival of Christmas brings, and pinecones because they signify hope and immortality. In many cultures, the sound of bells is associated with joy and celebration, so they are indispensable in tree decoration.
A small bag of rice. It is a symbol of work and abundance. Placing a bulb of garlic on the tree is a tradition aimed at ensuring the health and well-being of the family for the upcoming year.
A key. It symbolizes the opening of new paths. This ornament represents the light that illuminates the way and hope.
Seven little bells. They symbolize the arrival of joys and positive wishes. In many cultures, the fish is associated with sustenance and fertility, so it cannot be missing from the tree to ensure there is no lack of food and prosperity in the home.
A small piece of paper with intentions or wishes for the new year. It is a tradition to write down wishes and goals for the upcoming year on a piece of paper and hang them on the tree. They are usually painted with silver or gold glitter and are placed on both Christmas trees and wreaths.
As for the lights, whether white or colored, they are an essential decoration because they symbolize the moment when the Virgin Mary gave birth to the Child Jesus in the manger, lit by the light of a candle. This ritual symbolizes hope and the commitment to make those dreams come true, as well as serving as a reminder of good intentions.
Two united rings. They symbolize unity and eternal love. It is believed that this ornament is an amulet to attract new opportunities, whether in the work, personal, or spiritual sphere, ensuring that the coming year will be full of open doors.
A fish. It has great biblical symbolism, as it represents abundance and prosperity. Eating them at midnight, after the celebration of Christmas Eve, is a way to call for abundance for the coming year.
Little angels. The little angels on the tree are a symbol of protection and blessing. In many traditions, it is believed that rice attracts prosperity and fertility, making this ornament a talisman to guarantee a year of good results and labor successes.
A bulb of garlic. Garlic is known as a powerful protector against bad influences and illnesses. The tradition states that each little angel should correspond to the number of family members, protecting each of them throughout the year and ensuring their well-being.
