De dark days around Christmas is when, for centuries
now, people celebrate the light. The winter solstice has been an important
event for many peoples through the ages. The Romans celebrated Saturnalia, a carnival-like
festival with drinking, eating, candlelit ceremonies and gift giving. There was
a holiday for all people (even slaves) from all work. Also no war could be
declared during Saturnalia. Rings a bell doesn't it?
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