Dear Friend,
The spirit, the love and the meaning of Christmas is brought to life in the amazing lyrics and meaning of this song. I have really enjoyed sharing this information. If you have missed any of the days, check out my blog at www.hawkinssharpe.com/kandeeg.com/.
The twelve days of Christmas are the twelve days between Christmas Day, Dec. 25th, the birth of Jesus, and the Epiphany, Jan. 6th, (epiphany being the Greek word for manifestation).
“The Twelve Days of Christmas” has its origins in spiritual symbolism-and with a serious purpose.
Each element is a code word for a religious truth.
All the gifts sent on the subsequent days of Christmas were gifts disguised in the words of the song that come to all who believe in the love and truth of God.
The song’s gifts are hidden meanings to the teachings of faith and belief. The “true love” mentioned in the song doesn’t refer to an earthly suitor, it refers to God. The “me” who receives the presents refers to everyone who believes.
“On the eleventh day of Christmas my true love gave to me; Eleven Pipers Piping.” The Eleven Pipers Piping represent the eleven faithful apostles.
The Eleven Pipers piping stand for the Eleven Faithful Apostles (remember one was not so faithful) who stuck with Jesus when seemingly all others had abandoned Him. They were referred to as “pipers” for they indeed were sent out to all corners to spread the Gospel of love and truth. These messengers were not the finely dressed, righteous acting scribes and pharisees. They were not among the rich rulers and popular public speakers of his day. These men were living and working in the humbler walks of life; five of which were fishermen. None of the original twelve received higher education. God often uses the most humble and meek to carry out his grand purposes. These men of humble means were chosen to live the most magnificent of all God’s creation; a life filled with love, joy, grace and awe.
This is a reminder to ourselves to remain faithful during the hard times. It is a reminder for all of us to remain in God’s love and truth. Have you been a messenger for love and truth today?
Today, take a moment to remember how truly loved by God that you are. Take some time to see how God’s love is at work in your own life. Receive all the wonderful gifts that await you. Accept and use these gifts for the good of all.
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God Bless
Kandee G