December 16, 2008

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   Saturnalia

   
   

   16 December 2008 05:00 PM      23 December 2008 04:59 PM

   Merry making festival ot Saturn, the rustic god of seed sowing, later identified with the Greek Chronus. Sacrifice at the temple of Saturn followed by public feast and gift giving. Public gambling allowed. Holiday costumes and caps adorned. Candles lit. Slaves were temporarily absolved of duties. Master may have switched roles with slaves.
   

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