The birth of the Pagan goddess Innana has been celebrated annually on this date since ancient times. Inanna is the Sumerian queen of Heaven and earth, and a deity who oversees both aspects of love and war.

The perihelion (period when the orbit is closest to the Sun) of the Earth takes place on this day. Astrologers consider this event to be highly significant.

An annual event in honor of the goddess Isis, called the Advent of Isis, occurs on this date. This event was held by both the Ancient Egyptians and the Phoenicians.