Yule is a winter festival historically observed by the Germanic peoples that was incorporated into Christmas during the Christianisation of the Germanic peoples.

In many languages of northern Europe, Yule is now the word for Christmas, but certain parts of the Yule tradition in modern Christmas may have originated in the pre-Christian solstice festival.

Dec 10, 2020 · Yule is the pagan holiday that occurs on the winter solstice and celebrates the return of longer days. Find out how it differs from Christmas.

Nov 25, 2024 · Yule is one of the oldest winter celebrations in the world—celebrated on the solstice. Learn more about this centuries-old festival and its traditions (including the Yule log …

Aug 2, 2023 · The Yule or Yuletide celebration commemorated the events of the waning year and honored the gods with a festival of song, food, drink, and sacrifice. But with the steady spread …

5 days ago · 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, …

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 …

Jun 25, 2019 · For people of nearly any religious background, the time of the winter solstice is a time when we gather with family and loved ones. For Pagans and Wiccans, it's often …

Dec 20, 2024 · Yule is rooted in Norse and Germanic pagan traditions and has influenced many modern customs associated with Christmas. Below is a general timeline and some ideas for …

Dec 6, 2024 · Yule, or Jól, has roots in ancient Norse and Germanic pagan traditions. Historically celebrated around the Winter Solstice (December 21st), Yule marked the year’s longest night …