Norse yule traditions

15 Yule symbols and traditions to incorporate into your festivities to help you make the most of this magical and joyful season.

The Yule Goat is an iconic symbol woven in Scandinavian traditions and history. Crafting your own DIY Yule Goat ignites an almost child-like imagination during the Christmas and Yuletide seasons. A Yule Goat is also known as a Yule Buck, and this decoration or ornament carries meaning beyond its simple straw form. Let’s dive into the origins and history of the Yule Goat, and then I’ll show you how to make your own.

Did you know that many traditions associated with Christmas actually originated within the Viking culture? Well they did! Scandinavians marked Yule (“Jul”) or the winter solstice long before Christians were present within any of the Nordic territories. Celebrations of Yule included brewing beer, preparing food, visiting family and gift giving. Sound familiar?

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5 DIY ideas for Yule - Handmade and budget-friendly decorations and gifts | Norse Paganism | Asatrú

You are probably familiar with the terms Yule and Yuletide. Both are used in the sense of Christmas and Christmastide. The words however carry certain undertones that relate to the pagan traditions in pre-Christian Europe, especially to the ones of the Germanic peoples. Pagan Traditions. How Christian is today’s Christmas? The Online Etymology Dictionary of […]