Lucia – an old Swedish tradition | Visit Sweden
2024年11月19日 · The Lucia tradition is as integral to Swedish culture as midsummer and crayfish parties. Immensely atmospheric, this 400-year-old custom brings peaceful joy each year on 13 December – and it’s spreading across the world.
St. Lucia’s Day | History, Traditions, & Facts | Britannica
2024年10月28日 · St. Lucia’s Day is a festival of lights celebrated in Sweden, Norway, and the Swedish-speaking areas of Finland on December 13 in honor of St. Lucia. One of the earliest Christian martyrs, St. Lucia was killed by the Romans in 304 CE because of her religious beliefs.
The Scandinavian Santa Lucia Celebrations Explained
2021年12月1日 · In the run-up to Christmas, some people in Norway still observe the day of Santa Lucia, or Saint Lucy. Here’s the story of this Christian tradition. My heart is swelling with pride and emotion.
How to Celebrate Santa Lucia Day the Traditional Swedish Way
2024年10月31日 · St. Lucia's Day is celebrated primarily in Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and some Swedish-speaking areas of Finland on December 13 every year. Here are a few of the meaningful ways my family observes Santa Lucia's Day at home.
Lucia in Sweden
2024年12月3日 · The annual celebration of Lucia in Sweden involves girls and boys clad in white full-length gowns singing songs together. The candlelit Lucia procession on 13 December is perhaps one of the more exotic-looking Swedish customs.
The Tradition of Lucia and the Bringer of Light
2021年12月13日 · Lucia is the bringer of light in the darkest of hours, and her presence on the 13 th of December is a mixture of traditions from before and after the Christianization of Scandinavia. The Lussekatt (lussi cat) is believed to depict Lucia’s eyes, …
Nourishing Joy in the Home: The Tradition of Santa Lucia
2021年11月16日 · One of my favorites is the Swedish tradition of Santa Lucia, celebrated each year on December 13. The tradition goes that the oldest daughter in the family rises early on that day to prepare coffee and sweet rolls.
The story of Lucia - The Nordic Times
2023年12月13日 · Although Lucia is associated with Christianity, the tradition dates back to before Sweden became a Christian nation, when people were wary of the demonic crone known as “Lussekäringen”. Today, Lucia is usually celebrated in …
Embracing the Darkness: The Swedish Tradition of Lucia Day
2023年12月12日 · This gloomy reality resulted in an ancient Swedish cultural tradition that’s growing in popularity every winter — and spreading around the world wherever Swedish communities exist. December 13 is Luciadagen or “Lucia Day,” on which Swedes celebrate the coming of light in the darkness.
Santa Lucia Celebrations: Italian Traditions and Festive Customs
2024年12月1日 · Santa Lucia’s name itself means “light, and her feast day emphasizes themes of light, hope, and generosity. ... Traditions Surrounding Santa Lucia. Throughout Italy, Italians honor Santa Lucia as part of their Advent celebrations. On December 13, families gather to share delicious foods, light candles, and remember the spirit of giving.
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