For centuries in Eastern Europe, Jews used to fear Christmas because they were insecure about celebrating Chanukah, so they stayed inside mostly. But starting in Western Europe, the Jewish upper class began to get a liking for big Christmas trees and decorating them with fancy objects.
What's the History of Jews and Christmas?
What's the History of Jews and Christmas?
What's the History of Jews and Christmas?
For centuries in Eastern Europe, Jews used to fear Christmas because they were insecure about celebrating Chanukah, so they stayed inside mostly. But starting in Western Europe, the Jewish upper class began to get a liking for big Christmas trees and decorating them with fancy objects.