I would like to share a new #Holiday with you I’m never heard of what falls on August 1 Llamas Day #LlamasDay. This is a celebration of Wheat Harvest Festival. We all know how important Wheat is to use so it makes sense to celebrate Wheat doesn’t it? Join me in thanking GOD for the first #Harvest of the season.
Llamas Day, is celebrated on August 1st every year to celebrate the Wheat harvest festival that is also known as Loaf Mass Day. Llamas Day encourages celebrations and mass gatherings where individuals thank God for the first harvest of the Season. According to tradition, a loaf of Bread has to be taken to mass on Llamas Day, hence, it is not a surprise that it is famously recognized as ‘Loaf Mass Day.’ Though Llamas Day originated as a Christian holiday, Llamas Day is also celebrated by others who want to offer thanks to spiritual entities for blessing the world with a fruitful Wheat harvest for a particular year.
History of Llamas Day
Due to superstitions and religious beliefs of people, harvest festivals including Llamas Day have been a part of ancient history. In the early times, sacrifices were often made to the Gods to yield a fruitful harvest. In fact, according to Greek mythology, Adonis was the god of grain and rebirth. Although the religious aspect may be less apparent today, the spirit of gratitude and sharing the harvest with the whole community exists even today. One of the harvesting festivals that are celebrated across the world is Llamas Day. An occasion that marks the day of the first harvest. It also serves as a warning of the arrival of the fall season and is considered a time when communities start gathering food for the Winter.
As mentioned in a book published in 1838 by William Hone, the celebrations on Llamas Day included the building of towers and the competition of breaking down the towers of others. According to historical records, some of these competitions proved to be dangerous and often lead to serious injuries and even cases of death.
Another ancient Llamas tradition in Scotland included a Burryman marching around town with a crown of roses and a staff. This was known as the Burryman ritual. By the 20th Century, the celebrations evolved into Llamas Fairs that included market stalls, food, and drinks. One of the largest and most remembered Llamas fairs was held at Kirkwall in Orkney. According to the rules of the festival, couples could enter into a year-long temporary union and then later decide if they want to delve further into the commitment.
How to Celebrate Llamas Day
- According to tradition, Llamas Day is celebrated by making and distributing Bread. Keep the old practices alive by baking Bread at home.
- To welcome the harvest season, decorate your house with ornaments, decoration pieces, confetti, and whatever other interesting ideas you can come up with.
- The simplest and easiest way to celebrate is to visit a restaurant with friends and family. To keep up with the tradition, you can also order a loaf of Bread.
Facts You Need To Know About Llamas Day
- Llamas Day is celebrated by Christians, Pagans, and Neopagans.
- The festival was originally called ‘Hlaefmass.’
- According to tradition, the harvest grain attained before Llamas starts is bad luck.
- People in Anglo-Saxon England believed the Llamas loaf could be used for magic.
- The English and the Scottish called the day the ‘Gule of August.’
Why Llamas Day is Important
- Llamas Day is an occasion that is essential since it keeps the ancient tradition of celebrating the harvest season alive. Llamas Day keeps people connected to their roots.
- While a lot of people don’t believe in superstitions, the festival is still celebrated in numerous parts of the world and is one occasion where people make an extra effort to thank God.
- Since people tend to gather for dinner or lunch on Llamas Day, which serves as an occasion that helps people get in touch.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
