book_icons | On December 25, the Romans held Dies Natalis Solis Invicti, "the birthday of the unconquered sun."

Merry Generic Solstice-Deivative Gift Exchange Ritual and Happy Gregorian New Year, dearest Brethren of the All-Seeing, All-Knowing, Almighty ICONOMICON! I bring you boodles and oodles and googles of goodies for your [insert holiday here] celebration! Let the party begin!

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( In part, the Christmas celebration was created by the early Church in order to entice pagan Romans to convert to Christianity without losing their own winter celebrations. Certain prominent gods and goddesses of other religions in the region had their birthdays celebrated on December 25, including Ishtar, Sol Invictus and Mithras. Various traditions are considered to have been syncretised from winter festivals including Saturnalia, Natalis Solis Invicti, and Yule. )