Yule Traditions: From Pagan Beliefs to Modern Celebrations

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Yule is an ancient pagan holiday that celebrates the winter solstice. It is also known as Yuletide or the Festival of the Sun. Yule has been celebrated for centuries by various pagan cultures, including the Norse, Germanic, and Celtic peoples. The word "Yule" is derived from the Old Norse word "jól", which means "wheel" or "cycle". During Yule, pagans believe that the sun is reborn and begins its ascent in the sky, bringing new life and hope for the coming year. It marks the shortest day and longest night of the year, and is seen as a time of introspection and reflection.


In de wildernis van Brits-Columbia zoeken 6 mannen naar een vervloekte schat die miljarden waard zou zijn. Zullen ze hem vinden of worden ze het nieuwste slachtoffer van de vloek?

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It marks the shortest day and longest night of the year, and is seen as a time of introspection and reflection. Many pagans view this holiday as a time to honor the cycles of the natural world and to connect with the energy of the sun. Yule has many traditional symbols and customs associated with it.

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Oh Lord, just give me a gold pan and a stream! How simple does it have to be?

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ice9

Jr. Member
Jan 13, 2016 61 27 Primary Interest: All Treasure Hunting

I watch this show for laughs. A band of weirdos chasing mythical gold, wasting their lives. Bad acting, incredibly stupid and fake, it's just sad watching aged losers spend untold amounts of time and money pursuing a myth. In a sane culture they'd be getting therapy, they wouldn't be on TV, but in America, anything goes.

If you want to see real people mining real jade, in the mountains of BC, watch Jade Fever.

Somecaver

Greenie
Mar 18, 2015 12 7 Primary Interest: All Treasure Hunting

The U.S. PREMIERE. Hey my American friends "CURSE OF THE FROZEN GOLD" Episode 1 airs Sunday Feb 14th at 10:00pm ET, on Discovery's Animal Planet. Set your PVR's its going to be a wild ride. It waas great to be a part of the show and I hope you enjoy it..

Now's your chance to speak to Daryl Friesen in person on the radio tonight at 7PM EST!

Check out this internet broadcast every week on Tuesday nights!
Some of the best info on small scale mining / prospecting and.
You can talk to TV Gold experts and personalities such as:
Hank Schimschat - Bearing Sea Gold
Dave Turin - Gold Rush
Fred Hurt - Gold Rush
Wayne Tuttle - Legend of the Superstition Mountains
Just to name a few of the past guests.

There are also prizes to win even gold itself!

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Keppy

Gold Member

Nov 19, 2006 8,318 2,870 N.E. Ohio on lake Erie Detector(s) used ** WHAT ONE I FEEL LIKE ON HUNTING DAY ***** Primary Interest: Other

I never watched it did not like what i saw on the promos on tv . But then i do not watch metal detecting shows or treasure tale shows on tv or you tube .. And shows like this one i do not watch either.. And i got sick of Gold Rush but now they are going to Oregon i might watch it .. Just to many tv & youtube detecting shows now way to many. If i want to see some one detect or hunt for treasure i will just watch myself . The only 2 shows i watch and like are ..Oak Island and The Prospectors on the weather channel.

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Daryl Friesen

Sr. Member
Mar 21, 2003 339 94 Vancouver,British Columbia Detector(s) used Whites GMT

Want some drama? Now's your chance to speak to Daryl Friesen in person on the radio tonight at 7PM EST! You can ask him why he staked that claim while being a guest? You can ask him why they only found one large flake of gold in the pan in Spindle Canyon, but no fines at all?


Why not just ask me now I am right here. The fines that were in the pan were tiny hardly see with your eye . The Shot as as quick as it was in reality as it ended up edited. I was not shooting the shot I was just in it. I have nothing to do with the editing process at all. I am like you a prospector who wanted to be involved because the legend is a passion of mine.. Daryl
Treasure and Gold Prospecting leads in British Columbia

against the wind

Gold Member

Jul 27, 2015 24,797 24,972 Port Allegheny, Pennsylvania 🏆 Honorable Mentions: 1 Detector(s) used E-trac, Excalibur, XP Deus, & CTX 3030. Primary Interest: All Treasure Hunting

Well, I watched it and didn't care for it.
Just nothing happening that was all that interesting.
Why is it that somebody returns to a saloon after being
In the mountains for awhile, (or maybe Bermuda), and
he spins a story about a gold mine. Then he dies or
disappears leaving one nugget on the bar. Along comes
someone who can sell the story to a station like Animal
Planet and we have a dull, poorly written show that could
have been exciting if they had thrown in some Grizzly
attacks and maybe a campfire amputation due to
severe frostbite. Then maybe I would have watched
chapter 2.

Harvest

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Apr 6, 2008 139 101 Daytona Beach, Fl. Detector(s) used Whites SL90, Surf PI, Minelab Excalibur 800 Primary Interest: Shipwrecks

I'm an old, that I have wasted about an hour watching this ridiculous program I've been pretty much treasure hunting my whole life and all I got to say is you heard of people who don't know what's happening well these guys aren't even suspicious oh my gosh please TV find something good

Msbeepbeep

Gold Member

Jun 24, 2012 15,787 24,128 MA Detector(s) used M-6, pro pointer, pistol probe Primary Interest: All Treasure Hunting

Why not just ask me now I am right here. The fines that were in the pan were tiny hardly see with your eye . The Shot as as quick as it was in reality as it ended up edited. I was not shooting the shot I was just in it. I have nothing to do with the editing process at all. I am like you a prospector who wanted to be involved because the legend is a passion of mine.. Daryl
Treasure and Gold Prospecting leads in British Columbia


Another victim of Hollywood.

Daryl Friesen

Sr. Member
Mar 21, 2003 339 94 Vancouver,British Columbia Detector(s) used Whites GMT

Well, I watched it and didn't care for it.
Just nothing happening that was all that interesting.
Why is it that somebody returns to a saloon after being
In the mountains for awhile, (or maybe Bermuda), and
he spins a story about a gold mine. Then he dies or
disappears leaving one nugget on the bar. Along comes
someone who can sell the story to a station like Animal
Planet and we have a dull, poorly written show that could
have been exciting if they had thrown in some Grizzly
attacks and maybe a campfire amputation due to
severe frostbite. Then maybe I would have watched
chapter 2.

The actual legend of the lost mine deserves to get way more attention then it did as there are so many more prospectors and so much more to it then a indian guy bringing nuggets into town.. You can have a listen to the following.. Its a interview I did with one Stuart Brown.. He doesnt make it in the show and he took gold in 1974.. Have a listen. Do you think Stu speaks truth?

Why not just ask me now I am right here. The fines that were in the pan were tiny hardly see with your eye . The Shot as as quick as it was in reality as it ended up edited. I was not shooting the shot I was just in it. I have nothing to do with the editing process at all. I am like you a prospector who wanted to be involved because the legend is a passion of mine.. Daryl
Treasure and Gold Prospecting leads in British Columbia
Jr. Member
Jan 13, 2016 61 27 Primary Interest: All Treasure Hunting

I watch this show for laughs. A band of weirdos chasing mythical gold, wasting their lives. Bad acting, incredibly stupid and fake, it's just sad watching aged losers spend untold amounts of time and money pursuing a myth. In a sane culture they'd be getting therapy, they wouldn't be on TV, but in America, anything goes.

If you want to see real people mining real jade, in the mountains of BC, watch Jade Fever.

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Yule pagan beliefs

One of the most well-known symbols is the Yule log, which is a large piece of wood that is burned in a hearth or fireplace. The Yule log represents the rebirth of the sun and is believed to bring good luck and blessings for the new year. Another common tradition is the hanging of mistletoe, which is seen as a symbol of fertility and protection. Pagan rituals and ceremonies during Yule often involve lighting candles, singing songs, and feasting with family and friends. Many pagans also participate in outdoor activities, such as bonfires or nature walks, to connect with the natural world and honor the changing seasons. Some may also perform rituals or spells to manifest their desires and goals for the coming year. Overall, Yule is a time of celebration and renewal for pagans. It is a time to honor the cycles of nature, connect with the energy of the sun, and set intentions for the upcoming year. Whether through traditional customs or personal rituals, Yule is a time for pagans to come together and celebrate the beauty and magic of the winter season..

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