"Winter Solstice has been celebrated in cultures the world over for thousands of years.
This start of the solar year is a celebration of Light and the rebirth of the Sun.
 In old Europe, it was known as Yule, from the Norse, Jul, meaning wheel."
-- from "Celebrating Winter Solstice" by Selena Fox


The 2008 Winter Solstice begins  December 21 at 12:04 UT
7:04am EST and 4:04 am PST







Holly symbolizes the Old Solar Year; Waning Sun; Protection; Good Luck
   from Circle Sanctuary




"In the Celtic language, Mistletoe means "All Heal." The ancient Celts believed Mistletoe
possessed miraculous healing powers and held the soul of the host tree.".
     from Tartans.com






The Oak was sacred to the Druids. It symbolizes the New Solar Year;
Waxing Sun; Endurance, Strength, Triumph, Protection, Good Luck

  --from Circle Sanctuary






"Damodar Solstice" by Sofia






The most powerful of all Celtic symbols is the Dragon...

As our Winter Solstice Special, Bruce's Celtic Angels present









A You Tube video by Ariel, with music from Dongas Tribe












© copyright 2008 Bruce's Angels
Background music by Dongas Tribe, available from Archives.com