beltane

[ˈbɛltəneɪ]

beltane Definition

an ancient Celtic festival held on May Day, celebrating the beginning of summer and the fertility of the coming year.

Using beltane: Examples

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  • Example

    Beltane was a time of great celebration in ancient Celtic culture.

  • Example

    Many modern pagans still celebrate Beltane today.

Phrases with beltane

  • a public holiday celebrated on May 1st in many countries, often with dancing and singing around a maypole

    Example

    The children danced around the maypole on May Day.

  • a festival or celebration that honors the fertility of the earth and the coming of spring

    Example

    Many cultures have fertility festivals that celebrate the renewal of life in the spring.

  • a festival or celebration that is associated with pagan or pre-Christian religions

    Example

    Beltane is a pagan festival that celebrates the beginning of summer.

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Summary: beltane in Brief

Beltane [ˈbɛltəneɪ] is an ancient Celtic festival held on May Day, celebrating the beginning of summer and the fertility of the coming year. It is often associated with modern pagan celebrations and other festivals that honor fertility and the renewal of life in the spring.