US EditionSt. Lucia, the Origins of the Feast of 13 December: How to Celebrate the Tradition of the Longest Night of the Year
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In popular culture, December 13 is considered the shortest day of the year: where the belief comes from, who was Saint Lucia and how it is celebrated in Italy
The saint is very popular both in Italy, where she is celebrated from North to South, but also abroad. In tradition, the young Lucia has sacrificed herself to preserve her purity
In the liturgical calendar, the Catholic Church commemorates Saint Lucy, a virgin and martyr, on December 13. When the coronation of the "bride Lucia" with a wreath of candles takes place in Stockholm every year on this day, it is more like a beauty pageant than a commemoration of the Sicilian Christian who died a martyr's death in 304 in Syracuse. And if at that time they come to Sweden Article December 13 commemoration of Lucia of Syracuse. "S…
The beloved Lucia tradition in Sweden received a popular revival during the 1920s but has origins that go back a long way. Many people associate it with Christianity, but in fact it goes back to the time before Sweden was Christianized. The name Lucia comes from the Latin lux and means "light". Today, December 13, Lucia strides forward with her magnificent chandelier and retinue of bridesmaids and star boys, and with a little luck even a gingerb…
Who is Saint Lucia Saint Lucia is one of the most venerated saints in the Christian world, celebrated on December 13th. Originally from Syracuse, in Sicily, Lucia lived between the 3rd and 4th centuries A.D. and is known for her unshakable faith and martyrdom. Her history is surrounded by legends and traditions that have been handed down over the centuries, making this saint a figure of great spiritual and cultural importance. History and martyr…
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