Winter Solstice has long marked a time of rebirth, behind it are fascinating astronomical events. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it ...

The Finnish legend explained that the goddess of the North Louhi would ... of light over dark and the birthday of the sun God Mithra. On winter solstice, families come together, stay awake through ...

For example: ・Yule: In Norse mythology, the winter solstice was a time of feasting, fire-lighting, and honoring the rebirth of the Sun. ・Saturnalia: In Ancient Rome, this festival celebrated ...

The winter solstice, the shortest day of the year in ... this was symbolized as the death and rebirth of the Sun, or of a Sun god.