Eve - Genna

: Younger generations often prepare for the Ye’gena Chewata , a traditional field hockey game played on Christmas Day. According to legend, the game was first played by shepherds on the night Jesus was born. Key Traditions Summary

: If you are in Lalibela , the celebration is world-renowned. Clergy stand at the top of cliffs and at the base, singing hymns back and forth to represent angels and shepherds praising God. genna eve

: Wear a white Netela or Gabi to represent purity and traditional faith. : Younger generations often prepare for the Ye’gena

: During the vigil, the faithful often hold thin wax candles ( Tuaf ) as they process around the church three times. Lalibela Genna or Chirstmas For Ethiopian ... - Facebook genna eve