Light in the darkness | Swedish Lucia Tradition

In the very darkest time of the year, we honor the light.
December 13 is a very special day here in Sweden when we celebrate the Lucia tradition.
And for many years now, I have made it my own tradition to go out in the night to light up hundreds of candles with the intention to bring prayers of light and love our world.
It's always a very special and magical feeling, even if this night turned into a snow storm (will show you some behind the scenes in the next video haha)

The song that I'm singing is my own version of the traditional Lucia song.
You can find the Swedish lyrics and a English translation down below (or in the subtitles).

I hope you will like the song and the video. It's made with love to all of you ♥
Thank you so much for watching!

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►LUCIA SONG LYRICS - SWEDISH
Natten går tunga fjät runt gård och stuva.
Kring jord som sol'n förlät, skuggorna ruva.
Drömmar med vingesus under oss sia,
tänd dina vita ljus, Sankta Lucia.

Trollsejd och mörkermakt ljust du betvingar,
signade lågors vakt skydd åt oss bringar.
Drömmar med vingesus, under oss sia,
tänd dina vita ljus, Sankta Lucia.

Stjärnor som leda oss, vägen att finna,
bli dina klara bloss, fagra prästinna.
//Drömmar med vingesus, under oss sia,
tänd dina vita ljus, Sankta Lucia.//

► LYRICS OF THE LUCIA SONG - ENGLISH TRANSLATION
Night walks with a heavy step
Round yard and house,
As the sun departs from earth,
Shadows are brooding.
Dreams of wings rustling over us in prophesy,
Light your white candles, Saint Lucia.

Spells and dark powers, with light you subject.
Guard of the blessed flames, protection for us brings.
Dreams of wings rustling over us in prophesy,
Light your white candles, Saint Lucia.

Stars that lead us, the way to find,
become your clear flares, fair priestess.
Dreams of wings rustling over us in prophesy,
Light your white candles, Saint Lucia.

[morningboy_]

I feel like as a child she got lost in the woods and the fairies adopted her for a bit and taught her the ways of nature then guided her back home so she could teach others the way of nature. Idk tho

[bao]

She's so close to nature how can she not fly yet

[miguelnambi]

Really beatifull. You've shown you are a tallented artist in many aereas like: Singer, composer, cinematographer, dress designer, film editor, film director, actress, sound technition, sound editor. Thank for being what you are. I hope It last untill I will be gone. You are a representation of a blessing. Cheers.

[baaraanzahedi]

I'm from Iran and I've never been in sweden. I don't understand swedish language but the music and your voice are mesmerizing. Listening to this song makes me feel peaceful. Thank you Jonna🌸 I love your videos

[Blueberry-kodf]

My Grandma is Swedish and taught me about Saint Lucia when I was very young. Every year around Christmas time I dress up in a white gown with a wreath of candles on my head to deliver pastries to my grandparents in bed. This video makes my day :)

[izzythejellybeanable]

When she sings, I feel like I’m being lured in by a siren.

[nameeragul]

I don't know why Sweden looks like a hidden land of Narnia

[itscarly]

I'm from America... but my ancestors were Swedish... seeing traditions like Santa Lucia, and listening to this kind of music really makes me want to connect more with my ancestry. This video was absolutely beautiful and captivating!

[jamess]

You can tell this woman has a very strong connection to her cultural heritage. That's a beautiful thing. Never forget who you are and where you come from.

[RikkiSpanish]

My 6 year old daughter just watched this with me while I was tucking her into bed for the night. She thinks you're either an angel or fairy🧚‍♀️ because you're so beautiful and your singing is so beautiful. 💗

[salexo]

I'm glad there's still people like you in the world.

[tesslichtman]

You have no idea what this video has done for me. I’m half Swedish, and this video has helped me feel more connected to my Swedish heritage then I ever have before. Tack så mycket!

[TanyaSalomea]

still can't believe that way of life actually exist, not some fairytale movie.

[cottoncandy]

Thats it, I'm moving to Sweden and becoming her neighbour.

[garyj]

My late wife would have loved this! She did this in our early marriage as did our daughter and now our granddaughters. This brings back really pleasant memories. Thank you!

[callelundberg]

Tack Jonna för att du bevarar och sprider vår kultur på ett magiskt sätt!

[tarabuescher]

I’m currently so stressed with finals next week. And this is just what I needed. Her videos are so calming for some reason. Hope she never stops.

[lifelover]

I started to learn sweden language because of this song . Jag älskar sverige 💛

[verygermanboy]

The Lucia tradition is the wisest wintertime tradition I know of. It’s what everyone needs during the dark and cold time of year.

[daoodrahnaward]

I don't understand Swedish at all, but still this appears to me utterly beautiful.