The term Yule and cognates are still used in English and the Scandinavian languages as well as in Finnish and Estonian to describe Christmas and other festivals occurring during the winter …

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.

Nov 7, 2025 · Celebrate the Winter Solstice with these 13 Yule rituals, from how to do a Norse Bragafull and make a Yule Log to simple candle and sun rituals.

5 days ago · Yule celebrates the winter solstice—the shortest day and longest night of the year. It’s an ancient festival marking the rebirth of the Sun and the return of longer days, symbolizing …

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, …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Nov 5, 2023 · Yule is a winter festival that has its roots in the Germanic tradition and was later incorporated into Christmas during the Christianization of the Germanic peoples. It is now …

Dec 17, 2023 · Falling within winter’s grasp, Yule is a celebration marking the Winter Solstice, characterized by rich traditions, symbolism, and the embrace of nature’s slumber. Known also …