Pagan Christmas: The Plants, Spirits, and Rituals at the Origins of Yu
The day on which many commemorate the birth of Christ has its origins in pagan rituals that center on tree worship, agriculture, magic, and social exchange. The authors show how the ancient meaning of the botanical elements of Christmas provides a unique view of the religion that existed in Europe before the introduction of Christianity." The authors and the translators richly deserve congratulations on what is without doubt one of the finest books about Pagan Christmas written in recent times."" The illustrations and photographs are excellent. The text is concise, and accurate. Pagan Christmas is a fine reading experience!"& quot; The illustrations and photographs are excellent. The text is concise, and accurate. Pagan Christmas is a fine reading experience!& quot; & quot; The authors and the translators richly deserve congratulations on what is without doubt one of the finest books about Pagan Christmas written in recent times.& quot; The illustrations and photographs are excellent. The text is concise, and accurate. Pagan Christmas is a fine reading experience!The authors and the translators richly deserve congratulations on what is without doubt one of the finest books about Pagan Christmas written in recent times.An examination of the sacred botany and the pagan origins and rituals of Christmas – Analyzes the symbolism of the many plants associated with Christmas – Reveals the shamanic rituals that are at the heart of the Christmas celebration The day on which many commemorate the birth of Christ has its origins in pagan rituals that center on tree worship, agriculture, magic, and social exchange. But Christmas is no ordinary folk observance. It is an evolving feast that over the centuries has absorbed elements from cultures all over the world–practices that give plants and plant spirits pride of place. In fact, the symbolic use of plants at Christmas effectively transforms the modern-day living room into a place of shamanic ritual. Chr@…¸Që…ÿ¾Úð
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