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Conventions and customs are a part of our life process. There is a subtle difference between archaic and contemporary New Year Traditions. New Year Traditions and new year custom are popular not only in the English speaking countries, but also followed in the oriental cultures. In custom of celebration, New Year varies from one country to another. However, the ringing of bells from the churches is a conventional practice carried on till date. All mortal beings are wedded to fear. It is the cast of apprehension that pins down people to traditions and customs.
New Year Traditions incorporates humming of an old Scottish number "Auld Lang Syne". In European heartland the tradition of first footing is followed till this day. New Year is welcomed with coins, bread, wine and coal.These elements will ensure "abundance" in the hearth. A new beginning- a novel creation ushers in a road that still needs to be paved.
A new story needs to be written and read. It is an amazing occasion to make promises for the future. Mother Mary with her Jesus will shower blessings with the unfolding of another year.
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