The nativity scene

Why do people always place the nativity next to the Christmas tree, during Christmas time? What's its true meaning?

The nativity scene is part of Jesus's story.
When Maria, Jesus's mother, was warned by angel Gabriel, that she would be pregnant of the Messias, she left with her husband, Joseph, on a donkey, towards Bethlehem. and there gave birth to Jesus.
As they were poor and had no possessions, Jesus was born in a barn. His craddle was made of straw and he was warmed by a cow and a donkey.

That's why we put a craddle, a donkey and a cow under our Christmas tree to symbolize Jesus's birth, his simplicity and love for everyone.

Francisca Moreira