When you think about birthdays, you likely don’t consider their history. Since ancient times, the celebration of birthdays has changed significantly. What once was a celebration only reserved for the gods and goddesses has now become an individual celebration honoring the day you were born.
Best of all, every culture has its own traditions. All around the world, there are various ways that people celebrate their special day while spending time with their loved ones. From ear tugging to fairy bread to personal pies, you can commemorate your special day in dozens of ways. If you’d like to learn more about these traditions, keep reading!
In this blog, we’re going to explore the origins of birthdays, taking a look at the history of birthdays and how they have changed since ancient times. We’ll also explore how different cultures celebrate birthdays now and how that might differ from how you and your family celebrate your special day. Let’s explore the origin of the birthday, first.
The History of the Birthday
When you think about birthdays, you think about cakes and presents, but that was not always the way of the world. The birthday dates back to 3,000 B.C.E, but the celebration
