Shamanisme, paganisme og druidernes lære

"The foreground of this book has largely to do with the answering of vital questions that have sprung from the suffering souls of men and women with whom the author has been sympathetically associated. Considerable attention has been given to the natural sequence of these questions in order that the answers might form a more or less orderly line of discussion. While the method of answering a particular set of questions does not permit of a strictly logical treatment of the themes, yet in the background there is a definite and concrete picture of God, of the universe, and of man as he is enfolded in God's world.The chapters on immortality contain a further discussion of God, man, and the universe as they move on in endless time. To know "what and where" God is, it is necessary to understand how man and the universe exist in God, and what God purposes to achieve through them.If we are to reach people's minds, their questions are of supreme importance because they show where the mind is focused. The average person can, as a rule, proceed no farther with a subject until his main difficulty is removed. Therefore, we have preferred the question to the natural division of the subject, believing that the reader would be able to see the logic that is beneath it all.The chapters on the Bible are not closely related to the rest of the book, but as the Scriptures contain the "specifications" and "blue-prints" from God, it seemed important to include a description of how we must approach them if we are not to misread their spiritual content.Though the material of this volume has been given in extemporaneous addresses, yet no part of it has been reduced to writing until now. Its appearance in book form is in response to many requests. Especially helpful has been the encouragement of Professor Douglas Clyde Macintosh of Yale University who has kindly read the manuscript and made valuable suggestions." R.L.S.

This book will offer you information about Celtic myths, gods, and goddesses. Learn about the traditions and beliefs that guided others and discover insight into human nature. To some, mythology might seem like made-up stories with little historical information. But by learning what people long ago passed down to each other, you will gain an understanding of the type of people who were idolized and gain a deeper connection to the past.In the first part of this book, you will know:Where the Celts came from and who they wereHow they settled in IrelandEssential Celtic myths, gods, goddesses, legends, and heroesTheir seasonal festivals and celebrationsKey stories influencing the Celts and the modern IrishCeltic rituals, past and presentHow Christianity affected Celtic societyWhy the Celts matterThe Celtic culture, practices, beliefs, and myths are not just records of a bygone era. They are also examples of resilient traditions that continue to inspire mankind even in modern times. From the god of war and the triple goddess, to the cycles of the Kings, Celtic Mythology will satisfy your Celtic curiosity and broaden your knowledge by showing you this history through the eyes of a Celt.

Runes are symbols and/or alphabets that date back to ancient Germanic history, specifically Norse mythology. Let us start this book with the legendary story behind the origins of runes and runic alphabets.According to Norse mythology, everything in this world starts with a gigantic ash tree called Yggdrasil (Tree of Life) situated at the center of the universe. This ash is a sacred tree that contains all nine Norse realms. The realms are spread across this tree, including its branches, roots, trunk, etc.Underneath the Yggdrasil lies the Well of Fate, a bottomless pool. The Norns (three female spirits) reside here and are responsible for watering the roots of the Tree of Life with the water from the Well of Fate. The Norns were three sisters named Urd, Verdandi, and Skuld.

Vilhelm Grønbech was a preeminent professor of the history of religion at the University of Copenhagen in the early twentieth century. His vast breadth of knowledge of world cultures and religions had profound effect on Danish academic thought, and in The Culture of the Teutons, Grønbech turns his keen analysis toward his own culture, that of Germanic Europe.Grønbech draws upon a rich panoply of sources in the Norse sagas, legal rulings, and historical figures both living and mythological to deliver for us a compelling thesis of the tribes that harried Rome, of the Viking Age, of pagan rituals and later widespread adoption of Christianity as much more than the sum of bloodthirsty plundering, as less charitable historians have condemned them. Instead, we delve into a culture alien to that of Tacitus or the Greeks, misunderstood for hundreds if not thousands of years. In seeming contradiction, the pagan worldview is foreign compared to our own today, or to the culturally imperialistic Romans who documented their "barbarian" foes, yet one cannot be truly estranged from his own ancestors. The genius of The Culture of the Teutons lies in Grønbech's ability to weave together what at first glance appear polar opposites, but in reality are inexorably linked.The various Germanic tribes of Europe, the Teutons, place unshakeable value on honor, family, and religion to create a society perplexingly carnal yet sophisticated, advanced yet close to nature. And nowhere is this clearer than in their settlement of inhospitable lands such as Iceland or the Faroe Islands, in which they brought order to a seemingly untamable environment. The impact of the peoples of Northern Europe on world history today is so vast no amount of spilled ink can pay it justice.Antelope Hill Publishing is proud to bring this expansive tome back into the limelight for a modern English-speaking audience, now complete with a substantial glossary, index, and hundreds of footnotes to confer important cultural context that would have been assumed common knowledge to its intended Danish audience. This complete edition includes volumes I and II, published in 1909 and 1912, respectively.

Vilhelm Grønbech was a preeminent professor of the history of religion at the University of Copenhagen in the early twentieth century. His vast breadth of knowledge of world cultures and religions had profound effect on Danish academic thought, and in The Culture of the Teutons, Grønbech turns his keen analysis toward his own culture, that of Germanic Europe.Grønbech draws upon a rich panoply of sources in the Norse sagas, legal rulings, and historical figures both living and mythological to deliver for us a compelling thesis of the tribes that harried Rome, of the Viking Age, of pagan rituals and later widespread adoption of Christianity as much more than the sum of bloodthirsty plundering, as less charitable historians have condemned them. Instead, we delve into a culture alien to that of Tacitus or the Greeks, misunderstood for hundreds if not thousands of years. In seeming contradiction, the pagan worldview is foreign compared to our own today, or to the culturally imperialistic Romans who documented their "barbarian" foes, yet one cannot be truly estranged from his own ancestors. The genius of The Culture of the Teutons lies in Grønbech's ability to weave together what at first glance appear polar opposites, but in reality are inexorably linked.The various Germanic tribes of Europe, the Teutons, place unshakeable value on honor, family, and religion to create a society perplexingly carnal yet sophisticated, advanced yet close to nature. And nowhere is this clearer than in their settlement of inhospitable lands such as Iceland or the Faroe Islands, in which they brought order to a seemingly untamable environment. The impact of the peoples of Northern Europe on world history today is so vast no amount of spilled ink can pay it justice.Antelope Hill Publishing is proud to bring this expansive tome back into the limelight for a modern English-speaking audience, now complete with a substantial glossary, index, and hundreds of footnotes to confer important cultural context that would have been assumed common knowledge to its intended Danish audience. Volume II, published in 1912, hones in on the mystic aspects of paganism, the customs of gift giving, the buying and selling of land, and a deep exploration into the various Norse gods.

Vilhelm Grønbech was a preeminent professor of the history of religion at the University of Copenhagen in the early twentieth century. His vast breadth of knowledge of world cultures and religions had profound effect on Danish academic thought, and in The Culture of the Teutons, Grønbech turns his keen analysis toward his own culture, that of Germanic Europe.Grønbech draws upon a rich panoply of sources in the Norse sagas, legal rulings, and historical figures both living and mythological to deliver for us a compelling thesis of the tribes that harried Rome, of the Viking Age, of pagan rituals and later widespread adoption of Christianity as much more than the sum of bloodthirsty plundering, as less charitable historians have condemned them. Instead, we delve into a culture alien to that of Tacitus or the Greeks, misunderstood for hundreds if not thousands of years. In seeming contradiction, the pagan worldview is foreign compared to our own today, or to the culturally imperialistic Romans who documented their "barbarian" foes, yet one cannot be truly estranged from his own ancestors. The genius of The Culture of the Teutons lies in Grønbech's ability to weave together what at first glance appear polar opposites, but in reality are inexorably linked.The various Germanic tribes of Europe, the Teutons, place unshakeable value on honor, family, and religion to create a society perplexingly carnal yet sophisticated, advanced yet close to nature. And nowhere is this clearer than in their settlement of inhospitable lands such as Iceland or the Faroe Islands, in which they brought order to a seemingly untamable environment. The impact of the peoples of Northern Europe on world history today is so vast no amount of spilled ink can pay it justice.Antelope Hill Publishing is proud to bring this expansive tome back into the limelight for a modern English-speaking audience, now complete with a substantial glossary, index, and hundreds of footnotes to confer important cultural context that would have been assumed common knowledge to its intended Danish audience. Volume I, published in 1909, focuses particularly on the cultures of honor and revenge, the clan system and lineage, and the cycle of life.

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The Mesa 101 ~ Keep the Medicine Sacred to your Heart book teaches you in a unique way, to be an active participant in paving the way for your Divine path to unfold, as you wish.Elizabeth teaches you to walk in alignment with the Creator God that gave you the breath of life. When you walk in alignment with God, the whole Universe conspires on your behalf, for your Soul's highest good at all times. Life can be better than we ever dreamed. It's time to be the Co-creator of your life. It's time to make your dreams become a reality.

Goddess Alpha: Directions Home delves into the mystical realm of goddesses from diverse cultures, each represented through beautifully embroidered visuals. Comprising tales of 26 goddesses from A to Z, the book is not just a journey through mythical narratives, it's an exploration of creative processes, invention, and inspiration. Through the goddess stories, Jessica Theroux guides us towards the discovery of our soulful essence.

Few authors are able to discuss the original Taliesin myth in as much depth as Dr Gwilym Morus-Baird. As a native Welsh speaker and scholar he has studied the Welsh bardic tradition from the inside, and able to give readers insights few others have even guessed at. In this groundbreaking exploration, Dr Gwilym Morus-Baird tells the many tales behind the story and draws out the deeper meanings of the original myth. As one of the most complete studies of the greatest Celtic bard in print, this book is a must-have for anyone seriously studying Celtic myth, be they students, researchers, druids or pagans. It reveals the ancient roots of Taliesin's myth in the Celtic tradition, and interprets many of the symbols, themes and meanings embedded in this important tale. The book presents new insights not only into Taliesin himself, but also the central figure of Ceridwen, the ancient symbol of her cauldron, the mystical relationship between awen and Annwfn, and how all of these elements relate to the Welsh bardic tradition.From the introduction: "This book explores all the most important stories and poems that make up the Welsh myth of Taliesin. As you would expect, it therefore covers a lot of history, but this isn't strictly a book about history. It's a book about a myth: a vast and tangled myth that spans millennia and contains many characters, locations and texts. Some sources might be familiar to some readers, while others will be new to almost everyone outside of a Celtic Studies department. Yet even with the more popularly known poems and stories, there are new aspects, concepts and themes explored, deeper parts of the myth and more subtle elements of the tradition considered. It's also worth pointing out that parts of this book will be very speculative. Old myths show more than they tell; their meaning is implied rather than explicitly stated; they're more symbolic than literal. This means myths need to be interpreted before they can be fully understood, and interpretation is by no means a hard science. If anything, it's more of an art, a creative process of finding patterns, comparisons, suggestions and inferences."From students past and present: "... a scholarly honouring of the magical and otherworldly nature of the Celts." - Professor Susan Pryor, Tamna University. "His work is of incalculable value ... from the clarity of his explanations and beyond to the countless associations he invitesand stimulates." - Associate Professor Valeria Rodriguez Van Dam, Universidad de Buenos Aires " ... fundamental for any exploration into Celtic myths and the meaning behind them." - Dr Gary Llewellyn, Scientist, Neo Druid & Storyteller "His work ... goes to the inner most aspects of Celtic culture that otherwise would seem impossible to penetrate." - Luke Huw Llewellyn, Welsh Folklore Student & Musician "He brings the full essence and depth of Welsh mythology into modern times ... he has the utmost respect for the original sources and adheres to them as he teaches." - Kate Cowie Riley, Poet and Writer "Taliesin and other great poets spring back to life again in his voice. I have learned more from him than I can ever express." - Dr Ann Beer "He skilfully stirs the cauldron, and we who are gathered round invariably catch the odd drop of awen." - Simon Hughes Lilly, Author, Artist & Craftsman

This solarpunk book of shadows will guide you in surviving and resisting climate crisis and dystopian political systems so you can take radical action towards a positive future. Longtime activist and practicing witch Justine Norton-Kertson introduces a fresh approach to witchcraft at a time when it's desperately needed. Drawing on the natural connections between modern paganism and the literary, artistic, and activist movement known as solarpunk, Norton-Kertson provides meditations and correspondences for developing a spiritual practice rooted in nature, the Sun, and a powerful belief in our ability to build a better world. Readers will also find a host of spells to use in the fight against climate change, fascism, and inequality. These politically conscious magickal practices forge a new spiritual praxis to guide us as we work together to envision and create the future we want to see.

Thou shalt have no other gods before me...-Exodus 20:3In many a Christian mind, people take for granted the reason, the need, for a commandment like this at all; they mistakenly equate mere belief with worship. But in fact, this commandment is also a confession: other gods exist, and have always existed, guiding our pagan ancestors in lands and times and cultures so very different from the first people to know God. One might write these deities off as nothing more than myths and legends, but even then, what if there's more to the story of the gods than what's written down in the texts of antiquity? And what if they're not only real, but have never stopped speaking to us, trying to tell those stories?What if we simply forgot how to listen? To the gods of our ancestors-and to the God so many folks still follow today?In Sara Raztresen's Where the Gods Left Off, the reader has the chance to explore the realm of the Divine with her, following along as she reaches across the unseen world to get answers and rebuild long-burned bridges.In this book lies her encounters with angels and demons, gods and Saints, all across various culture and faiths, and the reflections and knowledge that come with these meetings.

In diesem umfassenden Leitfaden tauchen Sie tief in die faszinierende Welt der Kerzenmagie ein. Entdecken Sie die historischen Wurzeln, kulturellen Bedeutungen und energetischen Prinzipien, die diese alte Kunst prägen. Lernen Sie, wie Sie die richtige Kerze für Ihre Bedürfnisse auswählen, sie vorbereiten und in kraftvollen Ritualen nutzen können. Von den Grundlagen bis zu fortgeschrittenen Techniken bietet dieses Buch sowohl dem Anfänger als auch dem erfahrenen Praktizierenden wertvolle Einblicke und Anleitungen. Egal, ob Sie Heilung, Schutz, Liebe oder spirituelle Entwicklung suchen ¿ die Antworten könnten im sanften Schein einer Kerzenflamme liegen. Tauchen Sie ein in diese transformative Praxis und lassen Sie sich von der Magie des Lichts leiten.

Эта книга -- ваша дверь в завораживающее путешествие по захватывающему миру любовных заклинаний разных культур по всему миру. Моя работа раскрывает скрытые сокровища межкультурной романтической магии, раскрывая древние ритуалы и современные заклинания, которые объединяли сердца на протяжении поколений. Ключ к счастливой жизни - легко получать то, что хочешь, и хотеть того, что имеешь. Большинство людей совершают ошибку зацикливаются на определенном объекте или событии своей жизни вместо того, чтобы привлечь желаемое, изменив себя. Посредством внутренней работы мы гораздо легче изменяем реальность и без проблем получаем желаемый результат. Это называется манипуляцией реальностью или, другими словами, магией.Несколько лет назад я прочитал роман испанского писателя Альберто Васкеса Фигероа «Туареги», рассказ об одном из последних принцев древнего народа, который пересекает самую знойную, засушливую и устрашающую часть пустыни, белое соляное ядро Сахары. . Обернутый с головы до пят в одежды цвета индиго, худощавый, жилистый и гибкий, как тростник, опоясанный ножом и потрепанной винтовкой, он был воплощением сдержанной силы. Говорил он мало, и лицо его давно забыло вкус улыбки.Теперь я гид, который готовится провести вас по мелким пескам квантовой магии. Поэтому я обязан познакомить вас с древними правилами этого искусства...

Shonagh Home was initiated into Ix Chel Wisdom (pronounced eeshell), the Mayan Mother Goddess mysteries, through a shamanic ceremony in the Yucatan. Since then, she has been receiving transmissions from her that are centered on the magic of the body and our ability to engage the spirits of nature. This book is a love letter for women. It discusses the power of women gathering together in circle to bring forth their own sacred feminine from within. It is an inspiration for women to love and honor themselves and their bodies. And it contains teachings about the magic of the body and its ability to manifest and heal.

The journey towards happiness is a beautiful one, and it begins inside of you. If your life has fallen short of amazing, there is a very real solution. Wherever you are in your life, you have the power and the choice to create a life that you are in love with.Everything you want is possible.A Mystical Journeyis your guide to transforming your world and creating the life of your dreams.Rich with life-changing tools and inspiration, this book will help you tap into your power, discover your magic, and create the magnificent mystical life you were meant to live!

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Are you ready to embark on a mesmerizing journey through the realms of your own consciousness? Prepare to be enchanted by "GOD and Little John," a spellbinding literary masterpiece that delves into the very fabric of existence, unlocking the secrets of inner wisdom and transformation. In this extraordinary tome, you'll be guided through a labyrinth of philosophical exploration, soulful introspection, and alchemical wonders that will leave you both awe-inspired and spiritually fulfilled.Before the RevelationHave you ever found yourself pondering the enigmas of life? Felt trapped in the cycle of monotony? Or perhaps struggled with desires and fears that seem to shape your reality? If so, you're not alone. Many of us encounter these perplexities on our life's journey, yearning for answers that elude us. "GOD and Little John" is your key to unlocking these mysteries, offering profound insights that address your most profound questions.A Journey Through the UnknownStep into a world where the boundaries between reality and imagination blur, where the mundane and the sacred dance together in a mesmerizing waltz. With every turn of the page, you'll explore the alchemy of words and the transformative power of thoughts, shedding the shackles of hierarchy and embracing the path to true self-realization.Beyond the Ordinary, into the ExtraordinaryAs you traverse the pages of this opulent tapestry of knowledge, you'll learn to manipulate illusions, recognize the truth hidden beneath layers of deception, and build your dreams on the solid foundation of reality. You'll be riveted by tales of practitioners who've transcended the limits of the ordinary, achieving a state of unparalleled freedom, wisdom, and enlightenment.Illuminating Wisdom for Every Aspect of LifeFrom unraveling the complexities of love and desire to navigating the tumultuous seas of change, "GOD and Little John" offers a comprehensive guide to a life of profound wisdom and inner peace. This tome equips you with the tools to cultivate your mind, refine your character, and embrace a life led by love and harmony.Your Urgent Call to TransformationThis isn't just a book; it's a divine invitation to transform your existence. With every chapter, you'll journey closer to the heart of your true self, guided by the very principles that underpin the wisdom of ancient teachings. The urgency to read this book is palpable - your soul's evolution hangs in the balance.Echoes of Sacred TeachingsResonating with the yin and yang of the universe, "GOD and Little John" aligns with the timeless wisdom found in sacred texts. Its pages echo the principles of balance, transformation, and inner harmony, encapsulating the essence of profound teachings that have guided seekers for centuries.For the Seeker in YouAre you a seeker of truth, a dreamer of possibilities, a traveler of uncharted realms? "GOD and Little John" is tailor-made for you. It caters to the hunger of your soul for knowledge, providing answers that unveil the beauty hidden within the labyrinth of existence.Embark on this extraordinary journey. Dive into the realms of mysticism, unravel the threads of existence, and discover the ultimate potential that lies within you. "GOD and Little John" is not just a book; it's a transformative experience that will leave an indelible mark on your heart and mind. Open its pages, and let the journey begin.