Post by Admin on Jun 26, 2016 11:35:19 GMT -5
Vernal Equinox (Between March 19 - 21) - The beginning of spring is marked with the celebration of Delias. It was Delias that crafted the world in which all could live, and thus, the people of Estersea give their thanks. It is traditional for those in professions involving the creation of foods and products give a small sacrifice to encourage Delias to bless them with a fruitful and productive summer. Festivals and parades are popular at this time of year, especially since people are throwing off the shackles of winter at long last.
Summer Solstice (Between June 20 - 22 ) - The beginning of summer is celebrated in Delios’s name. Spring has brought life to the land and now it is for the people to paint it with beauty by growing gardens, crops, and using the gifts that Delias has granted them. This holiday is marked with days long festivals, parades, and much merrymaking. The artisans of the city will also present new works of art or artistically liven up their city/town in some clever way. The Dualist often gives sermons to remind people to take joy in what they have and in each other.
Uragunetan ( July 20 - 24 ) - The celebration of the Great Lake, from which life of the Watermen is derived. The holiday is marked with festivals, grand bazaars, and feasts, all of which are themed around the magnificent body of water. Dishes of shellfish, fish, and other aquatic edibles are the primary focus, but art is derived from them, as well. Scrimshaw, in particular, is very popular during this time. The holiday culminates in the famous annual boat race, during which people put their boast and their sailing skills to the ultimate test.
Autumnal Equinox (Between September 21 - 24) - This holiday marks the end of summer and is marked with a deliberation of Delias’s role in the world. While she did create life, it is also she that takes it away. People frequently use this holiday to reflect on that or those which they have lost during the course of their lives, and may do so in a manner of their own choosing. Some hold celebrations of life while others spend the day in silent contemplation. Regardless of the method, the Dualist encourages all the be thankful of that which Delias has blessed upon them.
Winter Solstice ( Between December 21 - 23 ) - The longest night of the year and beginning of winter brings Delios into the light once again. Delias has taken away that which gives life as plants go dormant and animals migrate away. It is Delios that reminds people of the uncertainty of life and to be prepared for the dark days, while also making the best of it. To that end, the Winter Solstice is marked with feasts, time with family and gift giving. It is time for people to unite against the cold of winter and to keep each other in good comfort and health. Dualist often holds sermons to remind people the importance of unity and strength.
Summer Solstice (Between June 20 - 22 ) - The beginning of summer is celebrated in Delios’s name. Spring has brought life to the land and now it is for the people to paint it with beauty by growing gardens, crops, and using the gifts that Delias has granted them. This holiday is marked with days long festivals, parades, and much merrymaking. The artisans of the city will also present new works of art or artistically liven up their city/town in some clever way. The Dualist often gives sermons to remind people to take joy in what they have and in each other.
Uragunetan ( July 20 - 24 ) - The celebration of the Great Lake, from which life of the Watermen is derived. The holiday is marked with festivals, grand bazaars, and feasts, all of which are themed around the magnificent body of water. Dishes of shellfish, fish, and other aquatic edibles are the primary focus, but art is derived from them, as well. Scrimshaw, in particular, is very popular during this time. The holiday culminates in the famous annual boat race, during which people put their boast and their sailing skills to the ultimate test.
Autumnal Equinox (Between September 21 - 24) - This holiday marks the end of summer and is marked with a deliberation of Delias’s role in the world. While she did create life, it is also she that takes it away. People frequently use this holiday to reflect on that or those which they have lost during the course of their lives, and may do so in a manner of their own choosing. Some hold celebrations of life while others spend the day in silent contemplation. Regardless of the method, the Dualist encourages all the be thankful of that which Delias has blessed upon them.
Winter Solstice ( Between December 21 - 23 ) - The longest night of the year and beginning of winter brings Delios into the light once again. Delias has taken away that which gives life as plants go dormant and animals migrate away. It is Delios that reminds people of the uncertainty of life and to be prepared for the dark days, while also making the best of it. To that end, the Winter Solstice is marked with feasts, time with family and gift giving. It is time for people to unite against the cold of winter and to keep each other in good comfort and health. Dualist often holds sermons to remind people the importance of unity and strength.