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Noël Arcana: Festive Etymology & Lore
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- 1. Red drupelets adorning thorny evergreen, emblematic of Christmas
- 3. Christian feast revealing the Magi’s visit, also a sudden insight
- 4. Heavenly bodies guiding the wise men, or broadly divine and cosmic
- 8. Fragrant resin burned ceremonially, evoking sacred worship during Christmas
- 9. Folkloric Alpine punisher contrasting Saint Nicholas’ benevolence
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- 2. Ancient ritualistic burn symbolizing light amid darkest nights
- 5. Astronomical event traditionally marking the beginning of yuletide
- 6. Parasite symbolizing fertility and peace under which lovers meet
- 7. Depiction of Christ’s birth, cornerstone of Christmas iconography
- 10. Nocturnal serenades invoking yuletide spirit in harmonic procession
- 11. Metallic ornamental drapery reflecting festive illumination artifice
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