Religious festivals, central to civilization, trace back thousands of years, with the Akitu festival from Babylon around 2000 BCE often recognized as the earliest recorded event.
The Akitu festival celebrated the New Year, evolving from the earlier Sumerian Zagmuk festival, highlighting the enduring theme of rebirth and renewal across cultures.
While the origins of many festivals are debated, it's likely they developed independently within various civilizations, rooted in prehistoric observances celebrating transformation.
From the Akitu in Mesopotamia to the North American Sun Dance and Celtic sabbats, these contemporary festivals maintain ancient traditions of celebrating renewal and transformation.
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