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Q: If there is Xmas in China, then do Chinese believe in angels?

Chinese many do not understand Xmas and its meaning, and may not understand the story of the birth of Jesus Christ 2013 years ago. Chinese see Xmas and they see Santa Claus, giving gifts, candy canes and whatnot.

 

But there is a religious symbol that is also very commonly seen: the angel. It's seen on top of Xmas trees and on holiday cards and whatnot. It's very unmistakeable: there is a person with wings and a halo and in a white gown that flies. So is not a human being, but a celestial creature. I see all the time here in Shanghai Xmas decorations.

 

So, Chinese believe in angels then?

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Yes, when people die they are believed to be still present. This is why when you go to the cemetery you'll see people putting food and stuff on the tombstone and burn fake money to make sure the deceased has what is needed in the afterlife. Part of this also means that people  (some) think that the deceased is forever watching, like the concept of a guardian angel. 

 

I just don't understand why you think xmas has anything to do with religion. For the Chinese the "holiday" is purely a reason to go shopping, perhaps even to give gifts, but this is not a requirement. Just like Valentines Day, Halloween, Spring Festival, all shallow and commercial, Xmas is no different. 

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Christmas like many things is what you make of it I guess.  It can certainly be shallow and commercial if you would like it to be but it could represent much much more to others. You deciding that it is shallow and commercial certainly doesn't make it so for anyone else.   

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For me it's always been about family, spending time together. I am an opponent of presents, well, not for the kids, kids need toys. (as a kid I was a big fan of presents until remote controlled cars stopped being brought by Santa and it turned into sweaters and socks)

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