What is the significance of wreaths being used at Christmas and on coffins?

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Mystery Hour Question

What is the significance of wreaths being used at Christmas and on coffins?

Doug, Scunthorpe

 

Answer

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Name: Pam, Surbiton

Qualification: Taught a Year two class on advent recently

Answer: The wreath symbolises ever-lasting life, which is why it is laid out on coffins, this is done at Christmas for advent.