The Pagan Book of Days: A Guide to the Festivals, Traditions, and Sacred Days of the Year - Softcover

Pennick, Nigel

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0892813695 ISBN 13: 9780892813698

Publisher: Inner Traditions, 1992

Synopsis

The Western pagan tradition emphasizes the mystical elements of spirituality, reverence for the feminine principle, and the links between people and the earth. This unique day book contains a treasury of information about rituals and celebrations that have for centuries been associated with the seasons of the year. Includes observances of the ancient Greek, Roman, Celtic, Anglo-Saxon, and Norse traditions, as well as the worship of the Goddess and many practices of the mystery tradition and Wicca. Provides details on: The movements of the planets Auspicious and inauspicious days Holy days of ancient gods and goddesses The Eight Stations of the Year (the solstices, equinoxes, and Fire Festivals) Lunar and solar calendars indicating all major days of Pagan celebration for 1993 through the millenium

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Review

" Month by month, Pennick lists and elucidates festivals, traditions, and sacred days from the 'pagan' calendar. Includes ancient Greek, Roman, Celtic, Anglo-Saxon, Norse, Goddess, Mystery, and to some extent Wicca."

" This book is worth reading for the people who try to understand the significance of the festivals in our life time.? The books writings are in simple language and easy to follow."

& quot; This book is worth reading for the people who try to understand the significance of the festivals in our life time.? The books writings are in simple language and easy to follow.& quot;

& quot; Month by month, Pennick lists and elucidates festivals, traditions, and sacred days from the 'pagan' calendar. Includes ancient Greek, Roman, Celtic, Anglo-Saxon, Norse, Goddess, Mystery, and to some extent Wicca.& quot;

"This book is worth reading for the people who try to understand the significance of the festivals in our life time.? The books writings are in simple language and easy to follow."

"Month by month, Pennick lists and elucidates festivals, traditions, and sacred days from the 'pagan' calendar. Includes ancient Greek, Roman, Celtic, Anglo-Saxon, Norse, Goddess, Mystery, and to some extent Wicca."

"This book is worth reading for the people who try to understand the significance of the festivals in our life time. The books writings are in simple language and easy to follow."

About the Author

An authority on ancient belief systems, traditions, runes, and geomancy, Nigel Pennick is the author of several books, including The Sacred World of the Celts, Secret Games of the Gods, and The Ancient Science of Geomancy. He lives near Cambridge, England, where he follows the oral tradition and Pagan lore of his native East Anglia.

Edition details

• Publisher: Inner Traditions
• Publication date: 1992
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0892813695
• ISBN 13: 9780892813698
• Binding: Paperback