who created christmas tree

The origins of the Christmas Tree are shrouded in mystery, with its history dating back to pre-Christian times. Some believe the tradition of decorating a tree with lights and ornaments was first started by the ancient Egyptians, who would decorate palm trees with gifts and offerings for the god Osiris. Others claim the tradition was started by the ancient Celts, who would bring a tree into their homes during the winter solstice to honor their gods and ward off evil spirits. It wasn't until the 16th century that the Christmas Tree we know today began to take shape, with the German Lutheran Church adopting the practice of decorating a fir tree