Common Claus

In Scott C. Lowe (ed.), Christmas: Philosophy For Everyone. Wiley-Blackwell. pp. 219–230 (2010)
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This chapter contains sections titled: Character of Claus Christmas Crowd Civic Claus Symbol of Supremacy? Common Claus.

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common Claus ‐ Santa as a cross‐cultural connection   secular Santa, bridging religious differences ‐ at the time of year when they seem most acute   Santa, representing commercialism ‐ what many religions consider to be a holy time of year   story of Santa, touch of magic ‐ inviting our participation   Miracle on 34th Street commemorating ‐ Santa's special ability in delivering gifts   Santa, representative of collective good will ‐ reassuring eight‐year‐old Virginia of Santa's existence   December 25, a combined religious observance and secular holiday   proximity of Hanukkah to Christmas ‐ a dilemma, increasing its importance to serve as alternative to Christmas celebrations   crowds sharing a shaka with Santa in Honolulu ‐ diversity of a religious background   Santa as secular symbol, side‐stepping the controversy ‐ not representing any religious viewpoint

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10.1002/9781444325386.ch19

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