The Winter Solstice

GPTKB entity

Statements (53)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf Astronomical event
gptkbp:associated_with various myths
the rebirth of the sun
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label The Winter Solstice
gptkbp:is_a_celebration_of various cultures
candles
bonfires
feasts
gifts
pagans
Wiccans
Native_American_tribes
gptkbp:is_a_time_for reflection
community gatherings
cultural traditions
music
hope
celebration
charity
community service
family gatherings
storytelling
cultural expression
dance
feasting
renewal
honoring ancestors
spiritual reflection
embracing change
giving back
artistic creation
celebrating life
connecting with nature
giving thanks
looking forward to spring
gptkbp:is_linked_to Christmas
Hanukkah
Yule
gptkbp:is_part_of the astronomical calendar
gptkbp:is_recognized_for astronomers
historians
scientists
gptkbp:occursIn December 21
gptkbp:performedBy the_Southern_Hemisphere
the_Northern_Hemisphere
gptkbp:visitedBy gptkb:Machu_Picchu
gptkb:Newgrange
gptkb:Stonehenge
seasonal change
Earth's_axial_tilt
Earth's_orbit_around_the_sun
gptkbp:was_marked_by various rituals
the shortest day of the year