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the yule cat as well as 13 christmas lads, is a spirit of gold cruel winter is he evil?

The much requested Yule Cat, everybody🐈‍⬛ But let me highlight one important thing about how we can approach folklore. I strongly believe that we should always look for the core message, and not to dwell on superficial ones, because those are temporary and easily changing. So, today The Yule cat doesn’t necessarily tell us to shop or to use wool (that would be unsuitable for vegans, or just an example of overconsumption if your old clothes are still ok) His core message is: get warm and…

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a wooden horse with braids on it's back and the words did you know?

🌲 CHRISTMAS ANIMALS 🌲 In Scandinavia, the Yule goat delivers presents and houses are adorned with straw Yule goat ornaments. This tradition is thought to have its origins with the god Thor, whose chariot was pulled by two goats, Tanngrisnir (Gap-Tooth) and Tanngnjóstr (Tooth-Grinder).

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a deer standing in the middle of a snowy forest

When the Winter Solstice knocks at the door, we hunker down and prepare for the cold days ahead. As does the wildlife. But before we completely go into hibernation, let’s meet some of the Winter Animals, the magical Christmas creatures that share some of our most beloved Yuletide legends and lore. So even when these mystical creatures are hibernating over the Winter, their spirits are still with us…sharing the very essence of the holiday season.

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candles with the title embracing the return of light

The use of candles as a symbol of light and intention during the Winter Solstice can be a powerful way to connect with the spirit of the Yuletide season. Remember, this ritual can be adapted to suit your preferences and beliefs. Yule is a pagan holiday deeply rooted in Winter traditions and the rhythms of Nature. In this article, I’ll explore Yule’s history, meaning, correspondences, and how to celebrate the Yuletide season!

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a painting of a fox looking up at the stars
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a painting of a woman riding on the back of a deer

Long before Santa charioted his flying steeds across our mythical skies, it was the female reindeer who drew the sleigh of the sun goddess at Winter Solstice. It was when we “Christianized” the pag…

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a black cat with glowing eyes standing in front of a castle

The Yule Cat is a big, scary cat from Icelandic Christmas stories that goes after people who don't get new clothes before Christmas Eve. It is linked to other spooky Icelandic Christmas characters like Grýla and her Yule Lads, making the holiday stories exciting but a little scary. Today, the Yule Cat is still popular in Iceland, showing up in art and stories, and is a cool part of how Iceland celebrates Christmas with a mix of fun and spookiness.

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christmas cookies are arranged on a glass platter

Long before Santa charioted his flying steeds across our mythical skies, it was the female reindeer who drew the sleigh of the sun goddess at Winter Solstice. It was when we “Christianized” the pag…

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