Since when has the Nativity scene been put up for Christmas?.
December 21, 2012. (Romereports.com) “Start preparing your Nativity scenes in your homes, with the expectation and warmth with which Mary awaited the arrival in this world of the Savior of all mankind,” Benedict XVI recommended just a few days ago.
One of the elements that cannot be missing on Christmas time is the Nativity scene. The depiction of Mary, Joseph and Baby Jesus can be found in homes and churches. But, when did that tradition begin?
Along the catacombs of early Christians, there are images of Nativity scenes. But St. Francis of Assisi is considered the first promoter of this tradition.
