Origin And History Of Birthdays: The origin and history of birthdays are very old. Initially, the Birthdays started as a symbol of protection. According to the studies and research, it is assumed that the Egyptians were the first people who started the tradition of celebrating birthdays and the Greeks adopted this tradition from them.
Who started celebrating birthdays?
The Egyptians started celebrating the birthdays of pharaohs as gods. Greeks were very inspired by these Egyptian traditions and they also celebrated the birthdays of their gods and goddesses. Ancient Roman people were the first in history who started to celebrate birthdays only for a common person.
A birthday is known as the anniversary of the birth of any person, or institution. In many cultures and civilizations, the Birthdays of people are celebrated often with birthday wishes, birthday greeting cards, birthday gifts, or birthday parties.
In many religions, people celebrate the birthday of their founders. Special holidays like Christmas, Mawlid, Buddha’s Birthday, and Krishna Janmashtami are also associated with birthdays.
How Birthday Parties Started?
The birthday parties were started a very long time ago in Europe. The fear of evil spirits attracted towards the people on their birthdays was very high. Therefore the family members, relatives, and friends would with the birthday person in order to bring good wishes and good thoughts. Giving gifts to the birthday person brought more chance to ward off the evil spirits. In this way, the birthday parties began.
Initially, only the king’s birthday parties were recognized. But with the passage of time children were also included in the birthday celebrations. The children’s first birthday party was celebrated in Germany and these parties were called Kinderfeste.
History Of Happy Birthday Greeting Song:
In 1893 American educator Patty Smith Hill wrote the birthday greeting song “Happy birthday to you” and its music was given by her sister, Mildred J. Hill. The birthday song “Happy Birthday to You” has also made a World Records as the most frequently sung song of the world This song earned over $1.2 million dollars a year.
Birthday Celebration Customs:
The birthday celebration customs are not old these are new. In the olden times, Egyptian rulers only celebrate birthdays. They held sumptuous feasts, circuses, parades, and gladiatorial contests. The Romans arranged chariot races and parades to celebrate birthdays. Mere mortals were not honored.
Birthday Cake History:
The birthday cake has only 200 years old history. The first birthday cake was originated in Germany. The birthday cakes were made from a sweetened bread and coated with sugar.
It was also considered that if the cake falls during baking then it would be a sign of bad luck in the coming year. In the past, the rings, buttons, and coins were baked into birthday cakes. It was assumed that if the guest received the slice of cake with the coin was guaranteed riches in the coming future. The ring was indicated the marriage of the person who received the slice of cake with the ring.
People prayed over open fire flames in ancient times and believed that the smoke will carry their thoughts up to their gods. Today, people believe that their wishes will come true if they blow out all candles in one breath.
Sending birthday wishes and celebrate the occasion is a very old tradition. Some people love to celebrate birthday parties, while some love to meet close friends and soak up the sun. It feels very lovely to receive birthday wishes from others. Here you can find out the 30 Best Birthday Wishes For Family and Friends.
35 Best Happy Birthday Wishes 2021 For Everyone:
Soon you’re going to start a new year of your life and I hope this coming year will bring every success you deserve.
Happy birthday.
Wherever your feet may take, whatever endeavor you lay hands on. It will always be successful. Happy birthday.
May this special day bring you endless joy and tons of precious memories!
Happy Birthday!
The years we shared while growing up are like treasures to me. I can remember every moment of laughter. Happy Birthday, my dear friend.
Happy birthday to my wonderful wife! I feel blessed to have such a loving and caring person in my life. Love you so much, darling.
I just want to wish you lots of luck, good health and yes lots of wealth, On this day, Wish you a great happy birthday, To my lovely brother!
Sisters are like rainbows. They bring in 7 great emotions in your life? Joy, laughter, anger, jealousy, dreams, surprises, and companionship. You’re the rainbow of my life dear sis. Wishing you a very Happy Birthday.
Today is not just your special day, it is even mine. Because today was the day when my best friend came into this world. If it were not for today, my life wouldn’t have been half the fun it is. I owe so much to you. I love you, buddy. Happy Birthday.
Thank you for always being there for me and never giving up on me, Dad. I will always love and appreciate you. You are the greatest dad in the world. Happy Birthday.
Wish you many many happy returns of the day. May God bless you with health, wealth, and prosperity in your life.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
Happy birthday. You make every day a great day. I’m so proud of the thoughtful and wonderful man you are.
Mom, there is no one who can come even closer to your winning ways. Happy Birthday to my great mom.
With you, it is always about bringing in fun, in more ways than one, come rain come sun, just fun. Happy Birthday!
May your birthday be as beautiful, wonderful as you are. I pray to God that each candle on the cake convert into a wish and May all of them come true. Happy Birthday!
A wish for you on your birthday, whatever you ask may you receive, whatever you seek may you find, whatever you wish may it be fulfilled on your birthday and always. Happy birthday
Happy birthday is just a wish, But, I will pray that you get everything my bestie, Because you deserve the best in life, And, I pray you don’t have to strive, So stay blessed, Wish you a very happy birthday!
On this day of happiness and joy, I’d like to wish you a lifetime full of success, because a person as amazing as you, deserves all of their dreams to come true. Happy Birthday!
I hope your special day will bring you lots of happiness, love, and fun. You deserve them a lot. Enjoy!
You are the only one who helped me a lot, guided me a lot, and never given up when even I was not confident. Thanks for being all the way with me. Happy birthday.
Happy birthday, gorgeous! You are another year older and I just can’t see it. Have a blast! Wishing you the best of the best!
A wish for you on your birthday, whatever you ask may you receive, whatever you seek may you find, whatever you wish may it be fulfilled on your birthday and always. Happy birthday
Do you know that in addition to being my brother, you are my best friend? Thanks for always being there for me and having my back. Have a very wonderful birthday brother!
They say you lose your memory as you grow older. I say forget about the past and live life to the fullest today. Start with ice cream. Happy Birthday.
A birthday is the accumulation of all of your efforts and not just those today, so enjoy it.
Thinking of you with love on your birthday and wishing you everything that brings you happiness today and always.
“A wish for you on your birthday, whatever you ask may you receive, whatever you seek may you find, whatever you wish may it be fulfilled on your birthday and always. Happy birthday!”
May you be gifted with life’s biggest joys and never-ending bliss. After all, you yourself are a gift to earth, so you deserve the best. Happy birthday.
Forget the past; look forward to the future, for the best things are yet to come.
Happy birthday!! I hope your day is filled with lots of love and laughter! May all of your birthday wishes come true.
Not giving into temptation is one way to increase your relative happiness. Giving in to temptation is a way to immediately increase your happiness. Be happy. Happy birthday.
Distance is nothing, when someone means everything! Happy birthday, wish you the best!
Life without your love would be meaningless. I am forever thankful for our incredible adventures. Happy birthday!
To my brother – happy, happy birthday. Thank you for being you. I treasure our times together!
I’m so glad to be able to celebrate this day with a special friend. Happy birthday!
Be happy! Today is the day you were brought into this world to be a blessing and inspiration to the people around you! You are a wonderful person! May you be given more birthdays to fulfill all of your dreams!