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In , children might leave straw in the yard to ensure the host has many chicks in the coming year.

Carollers often carry —hazelnut sticks peeled in a spiral pattern and smoked to create a black-and-white design. Buna Dimineata La Mos Ajun | PDF - Scribd ne_dati_ori_nu_ne_dati_buna_dimineata_la_mos_ajun

Groups of children go from house to house starting very early in the morning, sometimes even after midnight on the 23rd. In , children might leave straw in the

In , the practice is sometimes called "colindișul" or "pizerei" . In , the practice is sometimes called "colindișul"

Traditionally, hosts would reward carollers with "colaci" (braided bread), apples, walnuts, and pretzels. Today, it is more common to receive sweets or money. Regional Variations:

The traditional Romanian carol (Good Morning on Christmas Eve) is one of the oldest and most recognizable carols performed by children in Romania. Known for its direct and rhythmic refrain, "Ne dați ori nu ne dați?" (Are you giving us something or not?), it marks the beginning of the winter holiday celebrations on the morning of December 24. Historical and Cultural Significance

This carol is considered a "secular" or "laic" carol, focusing more on community tradition than religious dogma. Ethnographers suggest it may have pre-Christian roots, sharing similarities with ancient pagan rituals performed during the Kalends of January .