Today it is Dies Comitialis – almost the same as Dies FASTI, but these days are reserved for public gatherings of Romans – comitia. So, if your local community is going to appoint a gathering to discuss certain matters and make decisions – these days are just perfect for that!
It is the 8th day before Kalendae Ianuariae.
It is the G nundial day, the 5th day before Nundinae – the market day of this year.
Dies Natalis Solis Invicti (“Birthday of the Unconquered Sun”); Brumalia (both Imperial). Before the advent of Christianity, the 25th of December was a special day of celebration for many ancient cultures. For the day we now know as Christmas Day marked the ancient turning point of the year, when the sun was finally reborn after ‘standing still’ at the winter solstice. The Brumalia may mark the shortest day, and the Dies Natalis Solis Invicti the first day of the new sun.
