For this reason, pagan and druid communities actually celebrate the first sunrise after the winter solstice ... grew on oak trees and give it as a blessing. Oaks were seen as sacred trees and ...

This lively holiday was a time for honoring their Roman god Saturn and embracing pagan winter solstice traditions. Originally held on December 17, the festivities were so beloved that they were ...

The winter solstice - usually 21 December - is likely ... And over the last 100 years or so, there has been a revival of ancient pagan traditions and worship including celebrations held at ...

Some speculate that the close proximity of the spring equinox to St. Patrick’s Day is due to a merging of ancient Celtic traditions ... is very similar to the winter solstice event at Newgrange ...