occurs at the winter solstice
Yule is essentially a celebration of the sun's return, the solstice & the circle of life. candles & rituals with fire are very appropriate.
Like any Sabbat, celebrate with friends & family. Many secular traditions stem from pagan roots.
Don't deprive yourself! Norse & Roman pagan lore is prominent in modern Christmas traditions.
Feasting, family time, gift-giving & decorating with evergreens is all in alignment with Yule.
wreaths, candles, bells, evergreens,
holly & mistletoe
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Hang up greenery
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Bake seasonal goodies
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Host a fest with loved ones
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Exchange handmade gifts
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Braid holly or other greens into your hair
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Make a wreath with evergreens
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Save ashes from your yule log/fire
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Hold a ritual to welcome back the sun
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Burn a Yule log & get cozy by the fire
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Make a wand with a holly branch
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Make offerings to deities
rubies, garnets, bloodstones, emeralds & diamonds
red, green, gold & white
mistletoe, pine, oak, bayberry,
sage, holly, ginger
venison, turkey & pork, eggnog,
fruit cakes, spiced cider & wine, chestnuts,sweets; especially pumpkin & apple flavors