Yule

      Yule is the Winter Solstice. The Winter Solstice is when the sun enters Capricorn and this year it does so on December 21st. It is the longest night and shortest day of the year. It is the beginning of the waxing part of the year. Even though it is in the heart of winter, the days still begin to grow longer. It gives us the hope and thoughts of spring with the knowledge of the sun's rebirth.

      This is a time that many traditions recognize the battle between the Holly King and the Oak King. The Holly King reaches his time to go to the underworld and allow the Oak King to be reborn and grow to become ready to fertilize the land in spring. In days of old, families would gather for feasts and celebrations to call back the sun. Families spent much of the cold months together to share food and the warmth of the fire. Yule logs were burned as a symbol of calling back the sun. Wreaths were made to hang on the door as a symbol of the wheel of the year and the cycles of life. Here are some ideas on how you can celebrate Yule in your life as we carry on the traditions of past and begin our own.

Yule Ritual Ideas

Yule Recipe Ideas

Yule Crafts and Decorations