Yuletide thoughts to ponder...

Why do monsters haunt Christmas in Europe, but not here in America? 

St. Nikolaus rewards the good little children, while Krampus,
his dark counterpart, punishes them for being naughty

In Austria, 'monsters' like Krampus are used to punish greed and selfishness. 
But in America, that does not seem to happen.

Thought-provoking article with many historical references.

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