Uncovering the Ancient Origins of Christmas

🎄 Christmas traditions like decking the halls with evergreens have pagan origins in Northern Europe.

🎅 Santa Claus is not the only winter spirit, as the Italian witch La Befana and Odin from Northern Europe also played a role in gift-giving traditions.

🌞 The choice of December 25th as the celebration of Jesus's birth aligns with the winter solstice celebrations of other sun deities.

🎄 The Pagan Origins Of Christmas

❄️ In winter, people seek light and celebrations