Mistletoe, in older times, was believed to have protective properties and was hung to ward off evil spirits. Celts believed that mistletoe, a parasitic plant that grows on trees, had special powers that could heal diseases, make poisons harmless, protect against evil spells and bring fertility to childless women. For many years, Christian places of worship did not allow it inside because of its pagan associations. But nowadays it is mostly used as an excuse to steal a kiss.
The origin of our tradition of স্নেহ চুম্বন under the mistletoe is হারিয়ে গেছে in the mists of antiquity. Some say it probably stemmed...
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