December 27th, 2002, 12:19 PM
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Re: Merry Christmas Guys
Karras Barrens,
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can someone explain this boxing day thing to me?
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Boxing Day is a holiday celebrated in Britain, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada. It falls on the day after Christmas, which is also St. Stephen's Day.
St. Stephen was a little known saint who achieved eternal fame by being the first Christian to be martyred for his faith, and he met his death by stoning.
Boxing Day is so called because on this day it was the customary for tradesmen to collect their Christmas boxes or gifts in return for good service throughout the year. Also, it included giving money and other gifts to charitable institutions, and the needy.
TerranC, shame on you! 
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