Saturnalia – the Roman winter solstice orgy Masters and slaves switch roles Saturnalia was the Roman mid-winter festival. It became hugely popular and extended beyond its original single day at the middle of winter, the drinking and debauchery started on… Continue reading
Pagan Christmas: The Plants, Spirits, and Rituals at the Origins of Yu
The day on which many commemorate the birth of Christ has its origins in pagan rituals that center on tree worship, agriculture, magic, and social exchange. The authors… Continue reading
Question by oo? oo? ?u?? ?u!? ????: the origins of christmas. should christians celebrate a pagan holiday?
Christmas is a holiday shared and celebrated by many religions.
It is a day that has an effect… Continue reading
The Origins And Influence Of The Celtic Cross
The Celtic cross is a cross whose four “arms” are intersected by a central, circular ring – a function of both structural form and symbolism. While the roots of the… Continue reading