根据较早的传说，铃声响彻，宣告了基督的诞生。铃声也是圣诞庆典不可或却的组成部分。多少世纪以来……

According to early legend, bells rang throughout the world announcing the birth of Christ. The ringing of bells during the joyous¹ holiday season still adds delightful² accompaniment to favorite carols and is a significant part of the Christmas celebration. 

High in their towers, suspended between heaven and earth, church bells have called the faithful to worship for centuries.

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　　根据较早的传说，铃声响彻，宣告了基督的诞生。在欢乐的节日里听到叮当响的铃声仍增添了喜庆的愉悦、颂歌的动听。铃声也是圣诞庆典不可或却的组成部分。多少世纪以来，挂在高高的尖塔上、悬于天堂与尘世之间的教堂铃铛召唤着有信仰的人们去敬拜上帝。