The Religion of Ancient Scandinavia by Sir William A. Craigie
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| Author | Craigie, William A. (William Alexander), Sir, 1867-1957 |
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| Title | The Religion of Ancient Scandinavia |
| Note | Reading ease score: 61.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Religion of Ancient Scandinavia" by Sir William A. Craigie is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This book examines the native religion of the ancient Scandinavian peoples, shedding light on its ties to broader Germanic traditions and its roots in primitive beliefs characteristic of the Aryan race. Craigie explores the pantheon of gods, religious practices, and societal influences that shaped the spiritual life of the ancient Norse. In this work, Craigie delves into various aspects of ancient Scandinavian religion, focusing primarily on the worship of deities such as Thor and Odin. He describes the significance of rituals, altars, and sacred sites, alongside the practices of sacrifice which were central to the faith. The text also highlights the transition from these ancient beliefs to Christianity, detailing how and when various aspects of the old religion were abandoned or transformed during this process. Craigie emphasizes the enduring impact of myth on both the spiritual and cultural identities of the Scandinavian peoples, illustrating how ancient customs lingered even as new religious ideas took hold. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BL: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism |
| Subject | Mythology, Norse |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 46118 |
| Release Date | Jun 28, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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