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Term Definition:

Beltane

A spring festival of fire and fertility celebrated around May 1st. It marks the union of earth and sky and the vitality of life. Traditions often include bonfires and maypole dancing.

Pronunciation	BELL-tayn
Origin Language	Gaelic

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Beltane

Beltane

Other Interesting Terms

Oral Tradition

Veil

Rhiannon

Fire Festival

Eisteddfod

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