Pagan Magic of the Northern Tradition

Customs, Rites, and Ceremonies

Häftad, Engelska, 2015

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In the pre-Christian societies of Northern Europe, magic was embedded in the practical skills of everyday life. Everything in Nature was ensouled with an inner spirit, as was anything made by hand. People believed in magic because it worked and because it was part of the functionality of their day-to-day lives. Many of these practical observances and customs continue to the present day as rural traditions, folk customs, household magic, and celebrations of the high and holy days of the calendar. Exploring the magical pagan traditions of the people now called Celtic, Germanic, Scandinavian, Slavonic, and Baltic, Nigel Pennick examines the underlying principle of the Northern Tradition--the concept of Wyrd--and how it empowers the arts of operative magic, such as direct natural magic and talismanic or sigil magic. Sigil magic involves the powers contained in objects, which can be channeled after the appropriate ritual. Runes are the most powerful sigils in the Northern Tradition and were used to ward off illness, danger, hostile magic, and malevolent spirits. Emphasizing the importance of the cycles of Nature to the tradition, Pennick explores the eightfold sun dials and the four ways the solar year is defined. He looks at the days of the week and their symbolic association with different deities as well as why particular acts are performed on certain days and what the customary lucky and unlucky days are. He also examines sacred spaces, household magic, protection spells, and the role of music in the Northern Tradition. Pennick shows how anyone can participate authentically in the magic of the Northern Tradition if they take care to do things properly, with respect, and on the right day.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum2015-06-04
Mått152 x 229 x 23 mm
Vikt553 g
FormatHäftad
SpråkEngelska
Antal sidor352
FörlagInner Traditions Bear and Company
ISBN9781620553893

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PreambleIntroduction: Northern Magic 1 The Web of Wyrd and the Eldritch World2 Traditional Operative Magic, Philosophy, and Theory 3 Place, Space, and Time4 Astronomy and the Winds 5 Magical and Sacred Places in the Landscape 6 Boundaries and Liminal Spaces 7 Materials and Crafts 8 The Spirit of Craftsmanship 9 Natural Measure 10 Traditional Buildings and Practical Magic 11 The Craft and Magic of Buildings 12 Magical Protection against Supernatural and Physical Attack 13 Practical Magic: Patterns and Sigils 14 The Magic of Music 15 Northern Instruments 16 Keeping Up the Day Postscript Glossary Bibliography Index

“Nigel Pennick’s Pagan Magic of the Northern Tradition is a treasure trove of ancient folklore of magical rituals and charms for the protection of people and homes, of barns and livestock, of temples and churches, for good luck and healing as well as causing harm when the rituals are not followed. It describes daily ritual activities of the people of these Pagan times and how they experienced the dangers and evil spirits of the world they lived in. Some of the magical rituals were quite bizarre while others may be of value for living in today’s world. Pennick compares the customs and rituals of a wide range of cultures across Europe and beyond, as well as across time, tracing their origins, similarities, and differences. The book is well researched, well organized, and a valuable and impressive resource for understanding the spiritual journeying of our ancestors.”

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