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The Volcanalia festival was celebrated annually on this date in ancient Rome.
It was dedicated to Vulcan, the god of volcanic eruptions, and celebrated by frying fish alive to ward off accidental fires.
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Each year on this date in Athens, the ancient Greeks celebrated a festival dedicated to Nemesis, the goddess who presided over the fate of all men and women.
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Freyfaxi, also known as Hlæfmæsse, Hlæfæst or Loaf Feast, Freyfaxi is a Heathen feast day that takes place in August, usually on the first of the month to coincide with Lammas though some kindreds will select a different date based on lunar, solar or other considerations, 23rd this month.
The holiday is dedicated to the God Freyr
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Sources -
http://www.wiccazone.net/wiccan_august.htm
http://pagancalendar.co.uk/index.php?tz=Australia%2FTasmania
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