In traveling about the city that day, Dodd was struck anew by the extraordinary German penchant for Christmas display. He saw Christmas trees everywhere, in every public square and every window. One might think, he wrote, the Germans believed in Jesus or practiced his teachings!
Dodd was deeply impressed during his travels around the city by the way Germans embraced Christmas. On that particular day, he noticed an abundance of Christmas trees adorning public squares and private windows alike. This vibrant display highlighted a cultural enthusiasm for the holiday that seemed to suggest a genuine belief in Jesus and his teachings.
His observations reflected the broader spirit of the season in Germany, as the festive decorations...
