winter solstice festival

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Spring's Annual Rerun

It's the only season we describe as 'returning' to us every year. Here's how the world's wisdom traditions honor this time.

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Celebrating Candlemas

It's the dawn of the year, the time when a pregnant woman begins showing, time to creep out of hibernation like a groundhog.

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Seven Rites for Super Sunday

Sure, the Super Bowl's about football, but as with most holidays, it's about so much more.

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Celebrating Solstice

Release your resentments and regrets into the darkness, knowing they will be transformed-and enjoy a visit from St. Lucy.

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Religious Holidays and Festivals, 2004

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Small Wonders and Great Miracles

After the candles, latkes, gelt, and gifts, what else do I want my family to take away from Hanukkah?

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Beneath the Enchanter's Moon

This Scorpio New Moon approach life's problems differently.

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When Was Jesus Really Born?

Beliefnet's Bible expert answers your questions about Christmas, the Trinity, and more.

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Diary of a Former Pagan: Celebrating Advent as a Catholic

In honoring Mary's pregnancy, we are reminded of that most subversive of spiritual qualities: patience.

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Light Born Out of the Dark

At Solstice, a ritual of cleansing, fire, community, and birth to help you welcome back the sun.

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