I really think the pagan roots of Christmas are universal, at least to those who lived far enough north that winter was a dangerous time of relative death and darkness. Celebrating the darkest, coldest time of the year by bringing family together for drinks and a feast, is a beautiful tradition, and will likely always be pure enough to stand on its own
I really think the pagan roots of Christmas are universal, at least to those who lived far enough north that winter was a dangerous time of relative death and darkness. Celebrating the darkest, coldest time of the year by bringing family together for drinks and a feast, is a beautiful tradition, and will likely always be pure enough to stand on its own
Agreed! Christmas also does a good job of creating a strong reason for people to participate in pro-social, collective rituals. I've always loved the way Christmas makes it feel like everyone's timelines sync up, especially now when time feels so endless and abstract because of the internet.
I really think the pagan roots of Christmas are universal, at least to those who lived far enough north that winter was a dangerous time of relative death and darkness. Celebrating the darkest, coldest time of the year by bringing family together for drinks and a feast, is a beautiful tradition, and will likely always be pure enough to stand on its own
Agreed! Christmas also does a good job of creating a strong reason for people to participate in pro-social, collective rituals. I've always loved the way Christmas makes it feel like everyone's timelines sync up, especially now when time feels so endless and abstract because of the internet.