12/27/2023 0 Comments Happy holidays one and allPlus, in the Scandinavian countries of Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg, a man named “Sinterklaas” along with his “helpers” existed. There is also some evidence that Santa Claus, or the holiday of “Yule,” originated in Germany as a pagan holiday around the Winter Solstice. Named Ashura-it is a holy day of remembrance that has been followed since 680 AD and this year Ashura fell on December 6 th in the US.ĩ) Celebrating Santa Claus is believed to have originated from a man named Saint Nicholas who lived in Turkey in the 4 th Century and was known for his gifts of charity to the poor. 25 th beginning in the year 440 AD (Anno Domini-since Christ was born).Ĩ ) Muslims or those who practice Islam recognize a holiday that follows a lunar calendar that sometimes falls within December. ![]() However, in an effort to convert Romans and other non-believers from their holiday of worshipping the return of the sun around the winter solstice-church leaders voted to celebrate Christmas on Dec. However, religious scholars acknowledge the actual birthday of Jesus was probably either in the spring or the fall of the year. The celebration acknowledged the end of a “darkening period” and the return of the light.ħ) Christians now celebrate December 25 th as the birthday of their savior. This year it runs from December 20 to December 28 th.ĥ) Buddhists celebrate December 8 th as the day when their founder The Buddha, achieved enlightenment under the Bodhi Tree in 596 BCE.Ħ) Native Americans and other Aboriginal groups in the world have celebrated the Winter Solstice for thousands of years. It commemorated a holy time known as the Festival of Lights and is held according to the Hebrew calendar so that it can occur any time from late November to late December. Traditionally, Saturnalia was held each year for seven days from December 17 th to December 23 rd and was an occasion for celebration, visits with friends, and presentation of gifts.Ĥ) The Jewish Tradition has celebrated the eight days of Hanukkah (also spelled Chanukah) since the 2 nd Century BCE. They also acknowledge December 26th as the day when Zoroaster, the founder of Zoroastrianism, died and followers spend the day in prayer and study.ģ) Romans celebrated Saturnalia as the most popular holiday of the entire year, which began in approximately 217 BCE. In other words, the Winter Solstice has been celebrated around the world for at least 6,500 years.Ģ) Zoroastrianism celebrated the Winter Solstice since 1700 BCE as evidence of the triumph of good over evil, as nights begin to shorten and daytime lengthen. A short breakdown of the major holidays throughout history in December include:ġ) Ancient Egypt Celebrated “The Return of The Goddess” every Winter Solstice since 4500 BCE (Before the Common Era-meaning before Christ). Unfortunately, many people do not take the time to study and understand that many of the world’s major religions selected this time of year for a holiday because it was already a principle time of the year for celebration-or something important happened within their history. ![]() This date near the shortest sun-lit day (and longest night-time) in the Northern Hemisphere (typically December 21 st) is filled with current and ancient holiday celebrations. In fact, even if you have a favorite way to celebrate, acknowledging with love, kindness and compassion the diversity among us, just might be the most spiritual and enlightened way to celebrate and enjoy the season. It means no disrespect to anyone, and instead acknowledges that different people experience different ways to find meaning in their world. ![]() Happy Holidays everyone! For those of us who are aware of the abundance of holiday celebrations that occur during December around the world, it’s easy and SMART to admit how appropriate that greeting is for us all.
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