By understanding its history, embracing its symbols, and crafting a personalized ritual, you can make this winter solstice a meaningful and rejuvenating time. Whether through solitude or community ...

Traditionally, the winter solstice was a time when cattle were ... Oaks were seen as sacred trees and the fruit of the mistletoe was a symbol of life in the dark winter months.

The summer solstice, the longest day of the year, falls on Friday, June 20, 2025, while the winter solstice, the shortest day, occurs on Sunday, December 21, 2025. Ready for winter to be over?

around June 21 (commonly known as "Summer Solstice" for being the first day of summer and the longest day of the year) and December 21 (commonly known as "Winter Solstice" for being the first day ...