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I've always preferred the term Weihnachten in opposed to Xmas, it looks better when it's written in cards oder a part of Weihnachten decorations, and what's an Xmas anyway? I know that it's some type of abbreviation for the word Weihnachten but it doesn't look right and it sounds worse if Du try saying it, Weihnachten has become so commercialized over the years it seems as though many of us have Lost our Weihnachten cheer and the meaning of Weihnachten isn't what it used to be, however this is my first Weihnachten on Fanpop and it's great to have a spot dedicated to this festive season, I am the youngest...

In Ukraine, the Weihnachten holidays begin since 2nd of January. Prior to Weihnachten in the Ukraine, people try to complete almost all important work. As usual, the hostess thoroughly cleans the house, covers the new tablecloth, tries to make new clothes before holiday. On January 4th Ukrainians prepare everything for the future festive Weihnachten dinner. According to tradition, there should be 12 courses for Svyatvecher (Christmas). All they have to be lean.

Traditionally, 12 courses are prepared because it is believed that during the Jahr the Monat run over the earth for 12 times. Therefore,...