Saint Lucy's Day - Wikipedia
WEBIn Saint Lucia, a small island nation in the Caribbean named after its patron saint, St. Lucy, 13 December is celebrated as National Day. The National Festival of Lights and Renewal is held the night before the holiday, in honour of St. Lucy of Syracuse the saint of light.
St. Lucia’s Day | History, Traditions, & Facts | Britannica
WEBSep 7, 2024 — St. Lucia’s Day, 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.
Saint Lucy | History, Patron Saint, Eyes, & Feast Day | Britannica
WEBSep 4, 2024 — St. Lucy was a young Christian martyr who died in the early 4th century in Italy. She quickly gained a widespread following and is the patron saint of virgins.
The Scandinavian Santa Lucia Celebrations Explained
WEBDecember 13th is recognized and celebrated as Santa Lucia Day (Saint Lucy’s Day) throughout the Nordic countries. The Swedes involve young adults and teens in the celebration, but in Norway, Santa Lucia is mainly an event for (young) children, organised in lower elementary schools and kindergardens.
Santa Lucia's Day: Lighting the way to Christmas
WEBIn northern Italy, Santa Lucia is a festival that revolves around children in pretty much the same way as Christmas, though Christmas as we know it didn't exist until the Reformation when Martin Luther hijacked Saint Nicholas' 6th of December Feast Day.
Who Is Saint Lucy and Why Is She Celebrated in December? - ULC
WEBDec 10, 2018 — On December 13, the Feast of Saint Lucia, or St. Lucy’s Day, is observed by Protestants and Catholics, typically in Scandinavian countries, such as Norway and Sweden, but also in Italy. Her feast day is associated with the Advent season, bringing the light of Christianity to the world.
St. Lucy: Reflecting Christ’s Light as We Approach the Christmas …
WEBDec 10, 2019 — Entering the Christmas season, we celebrate Christ, who brought light into the dark world and salvation to all who believe. May we reflect his light to those around us, demonstrating to others his goodness and glory. In the Basilica, St. Lucy is depicted in the St. Lucy Chapel.
How to Celebrate Santa Lucia Day the Traditional Swedish Way
WEBOct 26, 2022 — Start the Christmas season by staging an at-home celebration in honor of the Swedish Santa Lucia Festival. The annual holiday is observed on December 13, which is close to the winter solstice and the shortest days of the year.
St. Lucy's Feast Day: Celebrate with Lights and Sweets!
WEBDec 4, 2016 — December 13th is the feast day of St. Lucy. St. Lucy was a virgin martyr during the earliest centuries of Christianity under its worst persecution at the hands of the Roman Empire, therefore making her one of the most glorious saints in heaven.
St. Lucia’s Day | Britannica
WEBSt. Lucia’s Day is an important holiday celebrating light during the long, ... St. Lucia’s Day celebrates St. Lucia (or St. Lucy), a Christian saint who was killed by the Romans in …