Winter Tales: Finnish

Finnish Kalevala Sun and Moon locked in a cage

In the Finnish epic Kalevala, heroes rescue the stolen sun and moon, restoring light and hope to a darkened world.

Winter Tales: Japanese

Japanese goddess Amaterasu hiding in cave

Amaterasu, sun goddess, emerged from her cave, restoring light and life, drawn by joy, laughter, and a mirror’s reflection.

Winter Tales: Egyptian

Egyptian God Horus

In ancient Egypt, Horus was born on the winter solstice from love and loss, bringing light and renewal.

Winter Tales: Sumerian

Sumerian goddess Inanna visiting Ereshkigal, goddess of the underworld

Inanna’s journey through the underworld—a story of vulnerability, resilience, and the cycle of life and seasons