Christmas 2025: The festival of Christmas i.e. the big day is about to come on 25th December. This festival is celebrated all over the world with happiness, prayers, decorations and family reunion. But there are many traditions related to Christmas, behind which there is a deep religious and cultural meaning. One of these is the Feast of the Seven Fishes, a special dinner tradition that occurs primarily in Italian-American Catholic families. Christmas It is played on the night of Eve i.e. 24th December. Let us know what this tradition is, why only seven fish are eaten in it and what is its relation with Christmas.
It is a traditional dinner celebrated mainly in Italian-American families. This festival is celebrated on the night of Christmas Eve i.e. 24th December. The roots of this tradition are linked to Roman Catholic customs. In Catholic religion, there is a rule of 'fasting' or 'abstinence' before big festivals like Christmas. Under this, consumption of meat or dairy products is prohibited. In such a situation, fish and sea food were made a part of the feast as an alternative.
People often ask why only seven types of fish are prepared in this feast? Although many families may make more or less than this, there are deep religious and symbolic reasons behind the number 'seven'.
Seven values: There are seven main sacraments mentioned in the Roman Catholic Church, which are considered important stages in the life of a Christian.
Seven days of creation: According to the Bible, God took seven days to create the entire world. The seventh day is a symbol of rest and purity.
Significance of numbers in the Bible: 'Seven' is considered a divine and perfect number in the Bible. It is said that this number is mentioned more than 700 times throughout the Bible.
Seven Hills of Rome: Rome, the capital of Italy, which is considered the center of Catholicism, is a city situated on seven hills. This issue is also deeply connected to the culture of Italy.
Today the Feast of the Seven Fishes has become not only a religious tradition but also a medium to unite the family and cherish the culture. Especially in the Italian-American community, this tradition has been passed down from generation to generation. This feast before Christmas connects people with the spirit of restraint, faith and thanksgiving.
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