Christmas in Ethiopia, known as Genna, is celebrated on January 7 according to the Julian calendar used by the Ethiopian Orthodox Church. The holiday is deeply spiritual and rooted in religious traditions, focusing on the birth of Jesus Christ.
Gift-giving during Ethiopian Christmas is not as commercialized as in other parts of the world, however, it is practiced especially by the diaspora community. If you are looking for some gift inspirations, here are three gift ideas from our store ModernHabesha.com your Ethiopian friends and families will cherish.
1. Ethiopian Traditional Dress: Habesha Kemis
Habesha kemis, a traditional Ethiopian clothing, handwoven and adorned with embroidery are cherished gifts that reflect cultural pride.
2. Mesob : Handcrafted Ethiopian basket
Mesob is popular for home decoration and helps serve as injera, an Ethiopian cuisine, plate for large gatherings especially during the holidays.
3. Traditional Ethiopian Cross Pendants
These crosses are symbolic in Ethiopian Orthodox Christianity and represent faith and heritage. Gondar, Lalibela, or Axum crosses, each with unique regional designs. Ideal for religious occasions or as a cultural keepsake.
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