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Holidays of the Vikings - Gods and Rituals: Myths, Sacrifice and Community in the far north - The Spiritual Customs of a Proud Culture

Holidays of the Vikings - Gods and Rituals: Myths, Sacrifice and Community in the far north - The Spiritual Customs of a Proud Culture - Paperback

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Availability:In StockContributor:Tim NilsenSeries:Norse Mythology #10Publish date:2024-09-01Pages:142
Language:EnglishPublisher:Siegfried CzernyISBN-13:9798227217639UPC:9798227217639Book Category:History, Literary CriticismBook Subcategory:Europe, Fairy Tales, Folk Tales, Legends & MythologyBook Topic:Nordic CountriesSize:8.00 x 5.25 x 0.30 inchesWeight:0.3395Product ID:SCN4QM83GG

Viking Holidays - Gods and Rituals: Myths, Sacrifices and Community in the far north

Discover the spiritual customs of the Vikings, a proud culture whose festivals and rituals were closely linked to natural cycles and the worship of their Norse gods. In this book, you will be taken on a journey through the most important holidays and festivals of the far north, from the mysterious winter solstice celebrations to the important sacrificial rituals of spring.

What you can expect:

  • A deep insight into the ritual practices of the Vikings, their sacrificial festivals and the role of the gods in their everyday lives.
  • The importance of the calendar and natural cycles in the planning and execution of the festivals.
  • The transitions from the pagan calendar to the Christian calendar and how ancient traditions survived.
  • The social and political functions of the festivals, which strengthened the cohesion of the community.

Who is this book for? This book is aimed at readers interested in Norse mythology, history and the cultural practices of the Vikings. It is a valuable resource for historians, cultural enthusiasts and anyone who wants to understand the deep roots of our modern festivals.

Insight into a fascinating world Join us on a journey into the past and discover how the Vikings shaped time, their festivals and their rituals. Let yourself be enchanted by the myths, the sacrifices and the community of this unique culture.

Order now and rediscover the world of the Vikings!


Language:EnglishPublisher:Siegfried CzernyISBN-13:9798227217639UPC:9798227217639Book Category:History, Literary CriticismBook Subcategory:Europe, Fairy Tales, Folk Tales, Legends & MythologyBook Topic:Nordic CountriesSize:8.00 x 5.25 x 0.30 inchesWeight:0.3395Product ID:SCN4QM83GG
Publisher: Siegfried Czerny

Contributor(s)

Tim Nilsen

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