In medieval times, church bells were often consecrated to ward off evil spirits. Because thunderstorms were attributed to the work of demons, the bells would be rung in an attempt to stop the storms. Lots of bell ringers were killed by lightning!
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Sounds like the Christmas bells ang title. Christmas is near. Pwede bang umattend ng Christmas Party 'nyo?
Nakakahomesick. Christmastime sa atin ay kakaiba, mas masaya!
Nalayo kami sa topic. Anyways, additional knowledge. Pero hindi ako si kampanerang kuba ha!
@ Joe
You are always welcome to party with us. Christmas Party is on 18 Dec 08. Sa bahay gagawin. Bring something for the kids.
@ Ramonchinito
Chinese set off firecrackers to ward off evil demons and spirits on New Year's Eve.
Ring Christmas bells merrily ring, to young and old, meek and the bold... la la la la!!! Pasko na... Pasko naaaa.... homesick ako. Iba talaga ang diwa ng Pasko sa atin, di ba?
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