Advent calendars are popular, often containing chocolates or even luxury goods. But what are they and where did they originate? Here's how the faithful use them to prepare for Christmas.

It’s a fact: Advent calendars are already selling out online, and here at Underscored, we’ve been on the hunt for the best ones you can buy. And though we haven’t carved the turkey yet, it ...

Advent begins Sunday, Dec. 3, for most Christians and ends Sunday, Dec. 24. It is a particularly short season this year, only lasting three weeks and one day.

The term Advent is from "ad-venire" in Latin and means "to come to". The Catholic church sees it as, "a time of preparation that directs our hearts and minds to Christ’s second coming at the end ...

Advent is the four-week period leading up to Christmas. This year, it takes place from Nov. 28 through Friday, Dec. 24. The tradition of Advent calendars began in the 1800s, according to Mental Floss.

Advent is about more than opening your chocolate calendar every morning. Find out all about this special time for Christians here.

These Japanese Advent Calendars Are Filled With Cakes, Cookies, and Candies — Grab Yours Before They Sell Out. Each day offers a delightful surprise.

Every year Advent calendars are getting more popular, with the term increasing in search year over year, according to Google Trends data.. The calendars, which mark the 24 days in December leading ...