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Exploring the pagan traditions of pre-Christian Europe, the book delves into the lives of Germanic tribes and their rich spiritual customs, from rites of passage to shamanic practices like berserker's rage. It chronicles the complex social structures and magical beliefs, including charms and necromancy, while examining the tribes' interactions with Christianity. With insights drawn from historical accounts and folklore across various regions, the author emphasizes the lasting impact of these ancient cultures on modern society.
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Barbarian Rites, Hans-Peter Hasenfratz
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- 2011
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- Title
- Barbarian Rites
- Subtitle
- The Spiritual World of the Vikings and the Germanic Tribes
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Hans-Peter Hasenfratz
- Publisher
- Inner Traditions/Bear & Company
- Publisher
- 2011
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 176
- ISBN13
- 9781594774218
- Category
- Myths / Legends, Esotericism and Religion
- Description
- Exploring the pagan traditions of pre-Christian Europe, the book delves into the lives of Germanic tribes and their rich spiritual customs, from rites of passage to shamanic practices like berserker's rage. It chronicles the complex social structures and magical beliefs, including charms and necromancy, while examining the tribes' interactions with Christianity. With insights drawn from historical accounts and folklore across various regions, the author emphasizes the lasting impact of these ancient cultures on modern society.