We take a short break to learn about the holiday season from The History of Rome's Mike Duncan. He has two excellent history podcasts. Originally uploaded November, 2008 as 18 - A History of Rome Christmas.
ReCast by mediamode, December 2013. Find more Enhanced ReCasts archived at mediamodepresents.blogspot.com on the right hand side of the page.
Information mentioned in this episode:
Ancient harvest festivals
Ancient mid winter festivals
Definition of Shaman
Definition of Equinox
Definition of Winter Solstice
Saturnalia
Sol Invictus
Eastern sun cult
Elagabalus
Aurelian
Constantine the Great
Pagan holidays
Roman Catholicism and pagan holidays
Solar crown
Birth of Jesus
Feast of the unconquered sun
Other relevant information:
Ancient and Modern Saturnalia – Lord of Misrule – Inns of Court – Master of the Revels – Slaves Change Places with Masters
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