Yule is a winter festival historically observed by the Germanic peoples that was incorporated into Christmas during the Christianisation of the Germanic peoples. In present times adherents of some new religious movements (such as Modern Germanic paganism) celebrate Yule independently of the Christian festival.

Dec 12, 2024 · Yule, celebrated around the Winter Solstice—typically December 20th to 23rd in the northern hemisphere (June 20th to 23rd in the southern hemisphere)—is one of the most sacred Pagan and Wiccan holidays. Yule marks the rebirth of the Sun and the return of light after the longest night of the year.

Dec 18, 2024 · Yule, or Yuletide, falls around the Winter Solstice starting on Dec. 21 all the way to Jan. 1, and lasts for 12 days. This holiday is celebrated by practitioners of witchcraft, Pagans, and spiritual seekers.

Yule, festival observed historically by Germanic peoples and in modern times primarily by Neo-Pagans, coinciding with the winter solstice (December 21–22 in the Northern Hemisphere; June 20–21 in the Southern Hemisphere).

Dec 10, 2020 · Yule is the time to celebrate the rebirth of the light after the very darkest part of the year. In neopagan traditions, Yule (also known as Jól) is when the god, who sacrificed himself at Samhain, has journeyed through the underworld and, in the embrace of the goddess, becomes the child of light.

Yule is when the dark half of the year relinquishes to the light half. Starting the next morning at sunrise, the sun climbs just a little higher and stays a little longer in the sky each day. Known as Solstice Night, or the longest night of the year, the sun's "rebirth" was celebrated with much joy.

Dec 17, 2024 · Yule or Jól (in Old Norse), was a pagan ceremony held for three nights, beginning at winter solstice, in mid- to late December during the time of year when days are short and winter is at its...

Dec 21, 2024 · Spanning 12 days, Yule is a time of light, life, and renewal—offering a fascinating glimpse into how ancient customs shaped modern-day celebrations like Christmas. Let’s dive into the history, symbolism, and rituals of Yule and explore …

Dec 20, 2024 · Let the days of Yule guide you through the winter and into the new year with hope and purpose with this expanded 13-day Yule celebration.

Discover the origins and traditions of Yule, the Viking celebration of the winter solstice. Learn about ancient customs like the Yule log, feasting, and gift-giving, and how to honor Yule in modern times.