Odin As Santa And The Norse Influence Christmas
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Author | : Samantha Luccese |
Publisher | : Lulu.com |
Total Pages | : 49 |
Release | : 2012-04-23 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 110568959X |
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"Odin as Santa and the Norse influence Christmas" explores the myths of the Norse and how those myths influence modern Christmas traditions. Myths and the icons, such as the gods and goddesses, were one way for ancient societies to understand life and the environment around them. "Odin as Santa and the Norse influence Christmas" seeks to reveal the ancient, Pre-Christian story behind the modern, Christian one, associated with Christmas traditions and decorations. This work looks at the Norse mythology and its gods, Christmas symbols and flora and their Nordic backgrounds. This work looks at the image of the manger and the birth of the Scared Child.
Author | : ChatStick Team |
Publisher | : ChatStick Team |
Total Pages | : 91 |
Release | : 2023-11-13 |
Genre | : Fiction |
ISBN | : |
Download Santa Claus: The History and Mythology of a Christmas Icon Book in PDF, Epub and Kindle
Discover the captivating journey of Santa Claus! 'Santa Claus: The History and Mythology of a Christmas Icon' takes you on a sleigh ride through centuries of folklore, tradition, and history. Crafted by the ChatStick Team, this enlightening volume traces Santa's origins from Saint Nicholas, explores his connections to Norse gods, details his transformation in America, and analyzes his global image and influence. Learn about the commercialization of Santa Claus, his portrayal in popular culture, and his role in modern Christmas celebrations.
Author | : Annette Lassen |
Publisher | : Routledge |
Total Pages | : 502 |
Release | : 2021-12-24 |
Genre | : Literary Criticism |
ISBN | : 1000469891 |
Download Odin’s Ways Book in PDF, Epub and Kindle
This book is about the Old Norse god Odin. It includes references to all occurrences of Odin in the Old Norse/Icelandic texts, including Saxo’s Gesta Danorum, the eddic poems, Snorri’s Edda, and Ynglinga saga and analyses the high medieval reception and literary representations of Odin rather than the religious character of the god. This is the only existing study of Odin in all the Old Norse/Icelandic texts and applies a contextual method: the different guises of Odin are studied on the basis of the various textual contexts and on their background in the literary and Christian intellectual milieu of the time. Contrary to existing studies, this method is non-reductive in that it does not aim at providing a synthesis about Odin’s original nature on the basis of the differing textual uses of Odin in the Middle Ages. The book argues that the perceived complexity of Odin, often highlighted in research, is first and foremost a function of the complex textual material spanning a wide variety of genres each with its particular literary conventions and of the reception of Odin in early modern and modern mythological studies.
Author | : Collin Gow |
Publisher | : Naturotheology Publishing |
Total Pages | : 34 |
Release | : 2020-12-25 |
Genre | : |
ISBN | : 9780578828633 |
Download The Night Before Winter Solstice Book in PDF, Epub and Kindle
"A soon to be cult classic on the true origins of Christmas and Santa Claus as rooted in Norse mythology, the Sami people of the Arctic circle, and the celebration of the Winter Solstice!" -Erke Frisk "A new fun holiday tradition for young and old alike" -Mackenzie McGowan "A revival of a forgotten culture and a rival to Tim Burton's "The Nightmare Before Christmas"." Jack Prost "A creative and quirky ethnographic study of Christmas past, clothed in interesting art and a magical tale. It both pays homage to the original poem by Clement Moore and blazes a new trail." -Unni Veikkanen "This book brings back the rich meaning of a now empty holiday that was stolen by religion, secularism, and commercialism." -Daisy Harshbarger "Move over Christmas, lets bring back Yule, Saturnalia, and Solstice!" -Reese Collins
Author | : Christian Rätsch |
Publisher | : Simon and Schuster |
Total Pages | : 559 |
Release | : 2006-10-24 |
Genre | : Religion |
ISBN | : 1594776601 |
Download Pagan Christmas Book in PDF, Epub and Kindle
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. Christian Rätsch and Claudia Müller-Ebeling 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 fir tree was originally revered as the sacred World Tree in northern Europe. When the church was unable to drive the tree cult out of people’s consciousness, it incorporated the fir tree by dedicating it to the Christ child. Father Christmas in his red-and-white suit, who flies through the sky in a sleigh drawn by reindeer, has his mythological roots in the shamanic reindeer-herding tribes of arctic Europe and Siberia. These northern shamans used the hallucinogenic fly agaric mushroom, which is red and white, to make their soul flights to the other world. Apples, which figure heavily in Christmas baking, are symbols of the sun god Apollo, so they find a natural place at winter solstice celebrations of the return of the sun. In fact, the authors contend that the emphasis of Christmas on green plants and the promise of the return of life in the dead of winter is just an adaptation of the pagan winter solstice celebration.
Author | : Andrew Wawn |
Publisher | : Boydell & Brewer Ltd |
Total Pages | : 458 |
Release | : 2000 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 0859916448 |
Download The Vikings and the Victorians Book in PDF, Epub and Kindle
Andrew Wawn draws together a wide range of source material, including novels, poems, lectures and periodicals, to give a comprehensive account of the construction and translation of the Viking age in 19th century Britain.
Author | : William Hone |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 322 |
Release | : 1823 |
Genre | : English drama |
ISBN | : |
Download Ancient mysteries described Book in PDF, Epub and Kindle
Hone's summaries and excerpts from medieval Coventry plays or mysteries in the British Museum.
Author | : Brom |
Publisher | : Harper Collins |
Total Pages | : 383 |
Release | : 2012-10-30 |
Genre | : Fiction |
ISBN | : 0062095676 |
Download Krampus Book in PDF, Epub and Kindle
“Terrific. A wild ride….I loved it. It hooked me and I couldn’t put it down.” —Mike Mignola, creator of Hellboy "Brom is that rare breed: a person who is skilled in more than one area of artistic expression. Here's hoping that he will continue to share his dark and often beautiful dreams with us for many years to come." --Christopher Paolini, New York Times bestselling author of Eragon Acclaimed author and artist Brom raised eyebrows and pulse rates with The Child Thief, his grim, brilliantly audacious, gorgeously illustrated reimagining of the Peter Pan legend. So what does this innovative fantasist do for an encore? He tinkers darkly with the beloved mythology of Santa Claus. Set in Appalachia, Krampus the Yule Lord is a twisted fairytale about a failed West Virginia songwriter who gets ensnared on Christmas Eve in an eternal war between a not-so-saintly Saint Nick and his dark enemy Krampus, aka Black Peter, an ancient trickster demon. Krampus the Yule Lord is Gregory Maguire (Wicked) meets Susanna Clarke (Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell) in the realm of Guillermo Del Toro’s Pan’s Labyrinth, as Clive Barker (Mr. B. Gone) works his dark sorcery from the shadows. Once again featuring Brom’s chillingly beautiful artwork throughout, Krampus the Yule Lord is a feast of wonder straight from the kitchen of Sweeney Todd.
Author | : Greg Cox |
Publisher | : Macmillan |
Total Pages | : 288 |
Release | : 2016-10-11 |
Genre | : Fiction |
ISBN | : 0765384086 |
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"Based on the hit TNT television series"--Front cover.
Author | : Tim Nilsen |
Publisher | : anonymous |
Total Pages | : 99 |
Release | : |
Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
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Download Yule Festival - Gods, Spirits and Offerings Book in PDF, Epub and Kindle
Yule Festival - gods, spirits and offerings: The spiritual significance of the Nordic winter festival Immerse yourself in the mystical world of Yule, one of the oldest and most important festivals in Norse and Germanic culture. This book reveals the fascinating stories, deep spiritual meanings and rich traditions that have shaped Yule for centuries. Learn how Yule was once celebrated - from the sacrificial rituals dedicated to the gods to the feasts that strengthened the community. Discover the role of Odin, the All-Father, and the menacing Wild Hunt that roamed the skies during the winter nights. This book not only sheds light on the historical roots of Yule, but also shows how the festival has survived through the centuries, changed under the influence of Christianity and is being revived today in neo-pagan movements. Perfect for readers interested in Norse mythology, ancient rituals and the origins of modern Christmas traditions. “Yule Festival - Gods, Spirits and Offerings” combines in-depth knowledge with exciting insights into a festival that is deeply rooted in our cultural DNA. An ideal Christmas gift for every Viking enthusiast and anyone interested in Norse mythology. God jul.