A partridge in a pear tree

The "Twelve Days of Christmas" is believed to derived to call to remembrance the twelve days between Christmas and Epiphany, which is when, it is believed, that the wise men arrived upon the scene. Each of the twelve days in the song has a biblical significance that the Catholic church used as a memory aid to teach the Bible to children.

So, the "partridge in a pear tree" isn't just about a bird in a fruit tree. It is nice when someone gives you something useful and tangible such as food -  a partridge and fruit. But, the significance of the partridge in the pear tree in the song is that it represents JESUS CHRIST, the ONE TRUE GOD, Who died upon a tree for us. But, there's more...

Today's word is Psalm 91:4, NLT, which reads, "He will cover you with His feathers. He will shelter you with His wings. His faithful promises are your armor and protection."

The more...a mother partridge will feign injury to decoy predators away from her young nestlings; she is willing to sacrifice herself in order to protect her young. You see how the "partridge in the pear tree" is a representation of the sacrifice JESUS made for us? He willingly took on our sins and transgressions in order to make a way for us to become a part of His family.

As we speed towards another Christmas, I am reminded that it isn't about the hoopla and commercialization that Christmas has become. While I thoroughly enjoy the blessing of giving, and watching kids and loved ones enjoy gifts, and spending time with family, I am forever grateful for my SAVIOR, Who is represented by a partridge in a pear tree.

Be Blessed,
Mickey T