The 3-Gift Christmas Rule Is a Thing, but Would You Follow It? (2024)

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What is the Christmas 3 gift rule? ›

The three-gift rule

Before the four-gift rule gained popularity in recent years, some parents pledged just three gifts for their children. It's a reference to the three gifts brought to baby Jesus by the Three Wise Men: gold, frankincense and myrrh. Of course, these are not practical gifts in this day and age.

What is the three-gift Christmas rule? It's originally based on the nativity story—and the idea that Jesus received three gifts from the Wise Men on December 25—but modern moms are using it as a way to save money, reduce holiday stress and encourage their kids to be more thoughtful with their Christmas gift asks.

Those who are doing it for religious motives choose three as the number in respect to the gifts the three wisem*n brought Jesus at his birth: gold, frankincense and myrrh. In this scenario, gold represents something the recipient desires, something of value to them.

The 4 gift rule is very simple: you get each of your children something they want, something they need, something to wear, and something to read.

What is the five gift rule? In the five gift rule, the first four gifts are pretty straightforward - something they want, something they need, something to wear and something to read. Then, the last gift is where you can really have fun. The fifth gift is something they didn't know they wanted.

Your child doesn't need 20 presents to be happy; a couple of thoughtful, well-chosen gifts will do just fine.” Of course, parents have varying opinions. Some follow the “rule of three.” This means that a child gets three presents, one for each gift baby Jesus received.

The Savior's Atonement and Resurrection make possible the greatest of all gifts of Christmas: life everlasting (see Doctrine and Covenants 6:13; 14:7). No wonder we sing, “Joy to the world.”

The thinking goes like this: If three gifts—gold, frankincense, and myrrh—were enough for Jesus, then three wrapped packages under the tree should be enough for any child.

Want to know more about the 7 gifts rule? It's where you stick to a budget and buy your loved one (or yourself – no judgement here) a set number of gifts. Each present falls into a different category, and by the 24th; you'll have 7 gifts for them to unwrap.

What is the gift rule? ›

Senate Rule 35 (the Gifts Rule) is a rule of prohibition. Specifically, Senate Rule 35.1(a)(1) states that no Member, officer, or employee shall knowingly accept a gift except as provided by the rule. There are over 20 exceptions provided by the rule.

Want to simplify your Christmas traditions? Follow the 5 gift rule for kids. Something you want, need, wear, read, and someplace to be.

Want to know more about the 7 gifts rule? It's where you stick to a budget and buy your loved one (or yourself – no judgement here) a set number of gifts. Each present falls into a different category, and by the 24th; you'll have 7 gifts for them to unwrap.

Both types of gifts share three elements which must be met in order for the gift to be legally effective: donative intent (the intention of the donor to give the gift to the donee), the delivery of the gift to the donee, and the acceptance of the gift.

The Bible's New Testament describes the Three Magi — Melchior, Caspar, and Balthazar — journeying to the location of Jesus's birth by following a star, and upon their arrival, presenting him with gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.

The person with the number one has first pick at unopened gifts. The person with the next number can either open a gift or “steal” an opened gift. This continues until the last person. The person who has their gift “stolen” can either open a new gift or “steal” someone else's gift.