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Tree pp. 7-4 5. - G1eat forests of ancient Europe, 7 sq. Tree-worship practised by all Aryan races in Europe, 9-1 1 trees regarded as animate, 12-14; tree-spirits, sacrifices to trees, 14-17; trees sensitive to wounds, 18; apologies for cutting down trees, 18-20; bleeding trees, 20; trees threatened to make them bear fruit, 20-22 attempts to deceive spirits of trees and plants, 22-24; trees married to each other, 24-28; trees in blossom and rice in bloom treated like pregnant women, 28 sq. Trees tenanted by the souls of the dead, 29-33; trees as the abode, not the body, of spirits, 33 sq. Ceremonies at felling trees, 34-39; propitiating tree-spirits in house-timber, 39 sq. Sacred trees the abode of spirits, 40-43; sacred groves, 43-45.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the fascinating and often overlooked world of tree worship in ancient Europe. The author delves into the beliefs and practices surrounding trees as sacred entities, offering a rich tapestry of evidence from various cultures across the continent, including Celtic, Germanic, Slavic, and Greek traditions. Through detailed analysis of rituals, myths, and folklore, the book uncovers the complex relationship between humanity and the natural world in ancient times. The author examines how trees were seen as animate beings with souls and spirits, and how their power was believed to influence everything from fertility and rain to protection from evil. The book also reveals the profound influence that tree worship had on ancient society, shaping everything from religious beliefs and social customs to the very architecture of sacred spaces. The author's meticulous research and engaging prose illuminate the enduring legacy of tree worship, providing a deeper understanding of the spiritual and cultural landscape of ancient Europe. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333802202_0
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