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This article explores the origins of the Nativity scene, St. Francis of Assisi's role in its creation, and its cultural and political significance throughout history.
Even Pope Francis has drawn criticism for inaugurating a Vatican nativity with baby Jesus wrapped in the scarf that has become a symbol of pro-Palestine activism.
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In the weeks leading up to Christmas, Nativity scenes are displayed in churches, homes, and town squares all over the world.
The idea of virgin birth has been part of Christianity since the start, but its significance has shifted over time.