Here’s why. Saturnalia, an ancient Roman festival, was initially celebrated on December 17. It honored Saturn, the Roman god of agriculture and time. It gradually evolved into a week-long ...

This video explains what we know about Saturnalia and whether or not it influenced the institution of Christmas. ReligionForBreakfast Posted: December 10, 2024 | Last updated: December 10, 2024 ...

Roman Pagan celebrations in December hold major similarities to modern-day Christmas festivities, but how did they come to be?

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I am accuser, judge and executioner. "I am Imperator. I am a living god. I am Caesar. I am Rome." The Saturnalia parade takes place in Chester at 18:00 GMT on 14 December.

Two of the most popular pagan holidays put forth are the celebration of Saturnalia, which honored the Roman god Saturn, or ...

Did you wake up a little bleary-eyed this morning? Take heart, fellow and sister revelers. Your Christmas and New Year’s ...