Kamitic Legacy and Winter Solstice

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Long before modern holidays, pagan communities celebrated the Winter Solstice, the longest night of the year and the moment the Sun begins its return. Evergreens were brought indoors as symbols of endurance and protection, and people decorated them with fruit, nuts, candles, and handmade charms to honor the spirits of nature. Singing, drumming, and dancing around the decorated tree weren’t just festivities, they were rituals meant to awaken the light, lift the spirit, and welcome the rebirth of

As winter approaches and the wind drives temperatures down to minus 30 degrees Celsius, most animals have already migrated to survive, but the reindeer remain. Their double-layered coat provides insulation, and their wide, splayed feet act as natural snowshoes, helping them navigate the mountain plateau in search of the best winter food. Much of the time, they lie still to conserve energy, but when the wind drops, the herd comes alive. At this time of year, it is the females who take charge. Wit