: Typically made of colored paper, tinsel, and bells, the star often features a picture of the Holy Family or the Nativity at its center.
: The carol concludes by wishing the joy of the Nativity to remain with the listeners from "youth until old age". Musical Interpretations for Children
: It describes the star's appearance as a "great mystery" ( taină mare ) that announces the birth of the Messiah to the world.
The carol is central to the "Star Caroling" ( Mersul cu Steaua ) ritual. In this tradition, groups of children travel from house to house carrying a large, handcrafted wooden star ( steaua ).
