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19 Νοε 2024 · Lucia Day – also called Saint Lucy’s day – can be traced back to the 4th century. A Christian feast day, it commemorates the martyr Lucia of Syracuse, who, as legend has it, brought food to Christians hiding in Roman catacombs, lighting her way with a candlelit wreath on her head.
At twenty years old, Lucia became a martyr, and accounts of miracles followed. According to Swedish legend, after Lucia's death a ship carrying a maiden "clothed in white and crowned with light" appeared on the shore in the Swedish province of Varmland during a great famine.
13 Δεκ 2023 · Today, Lucia is usually celebrated in Sweden on the morning of December 13. Lucia walks in the dark with a crown of candles, real or battery-operated, with an entourage of maids (tärnor) and “star boys” (stjärngossar) holding candles.
10 Ιουλ 2024 · Swedish Lucia – the origins. The Lucia tradition can be traced back both to the martyr St Lucia of Syracuse (died in 304) and to the Swedish legend of Lucia as Adam’s first wife. It is said that she consorted with the Devil and that her children were invisible infernals.
One of the most exotic Swedish traditions is Lucia, celebrated on 13 December. Lucia arrives in the morning, with her handmaidens and star boys; in white robes, carry candles and sing Lucia songs. The tradition has its roots far back in history.
2 Οκτ 2024 · Lucia is an ancient mythological figure with an abiding role as a bearer of light in the dark Swedish winter. The Lucia tradition can be traced back both to Saint Lucy of Syracuse, a martyr who died in 304 and to the Swedish legend of Lucia as Adam’s first wife.
13 Δεκ 2023 · Find out the truth about Lucia celebrations in Sweden. The Swedish Church explains the cultural tradition - a manifestation of light.
