Pagan Yule memorabilia holds a special place in the hearts of those who celebrate this ancient winter solstice festival. Yule, which originated in pre-Christian Europe, is a time to honor the cycles of the seasons and the return of the sun after the darkest day of the year. One of the most iconic symbols of Yule is the Yule log, which signifies the warmth and light of the returning sun. Traditionally, the Yule log is a large, specially chosen log that is burned in the hearth for the duration of the Yule celebrations. Many pagans today create their own Yule logs, often decorating them with greenery, candles, and other symbolic items. Another popular tradition during Yule is the hanging of mistletoe.
Pub Date: Aug. 9, 2011
Lucy s only suitor, a mill owner named Olson, makes hosiery in a dark, dirty place where women, children and the elderly toil under untenable conditions for slender wages. Through a remarkable blend of theoretical discussion and intellectual history, Owen has produced a work that moves far beyond a consideration of occultists and their world.
Another popular tradition during Yule is the hanging of mistletoe. Mistletoe is seen as a symbol of fertility and vitality, and hanging it in the home is believed to bring good luck and protect against evil spirits. Pagan Yule celebrants often incorporate mistletoe into their decorations, hanging it above doorways or in the center of their Yule wreaths.
THE TWELFTH ENCHANTMENT
This odd mixture of industrial history and the occult world lacks charm and coherency, but it earns points for ambition and.
In this change of literary direction, Liss mixes his considerable knowledge of 19th-century England and its industrialization period with a touch of literal magic.
Sweet Lucy Derrick’s past luck has been anything but good. Her father favored eldest daughter Emily, but when Emily died, it brought him and Lucy closer together. Then her father also passed away, leaving Lucy and Martha, the middle Derrick girl, without money or prospects. Martha selflessly married the disagreeable Mr. Buckles with the hopes that he would provide for both her and Lucy, but Buckles forced Lucy from the family home. That is how Lucy came to find herself under the roof of a dyspeptic uncle and his rotten-to-the-core retainer, Mrs. Quince. Lucy’s only suitor, a mill owner named Olson, makes hosiery in a dark, dirty place where women, children and the elderly toil under untenable conditions for slender wages. Olson, who has no redeeming qualities other than being one of the few successful businessmen in town, plans to marry Lucy, even though Lucy wants no part of him, although she acknowledges her prospects are dim. A youthful indiscretion with a much older man has tainted her in the eyes of many, although the runaway lovers were intercepted before anything could happen. Alone, relatively friendless and without resources, Lucy is amazed when the beautiful and mysterious Mary Crawford befriends her, and even more astounded when she finds unsuspected talents for practicing the art of magic. Through Mary, Lucy discovers an innate ability to understand and cast spells, but at the same time, Lucy’s life is caught up in other things she does not understand: the burgeoning Luddite movement, a visit from a handsome, well-known nobleman and mounting fear engendered by shadowy dark creatures that others cannot see and do not realize are there. Liss writes in the almost formal style of that period and faithfully conveys England’s atmosphere during the early advent of mechanization, but the convoluted story moves at a tiresome pace.
This odd mixture of industrial history and the occult world lacks charm and coherency, but it earns points for ambition and characterization.
Pub Date: Aug. 9, 2011
ISBN: 978-1-4000-6896-8
Page Count: 416
Publisher: Random House
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Candles are another important element of Yule celebrations. Lighting candles represents the return of light and warmth, and many pagans use candles of various colors and sizes to create a festive atmosphere during Yule. Some people also incorporate the use of a Yule candle, which is a large, specially made candle that is lit at the start of the Yule celebrations and burned throughout the festival. In addition to these traditional symbols, there are many other types of Pagan Yule memorabilia available. These might include Yule-themed artwork, such as paintings or prints depicting Yule scenes or pagan deities associated with the winter solstice. There are also Yule-themed decorations, such as ornaments shaped like stars, suns, or other symbols of the season. In recent years, there has been a growth in the popularity of Pagan Yule-themed clothing and accessories, such as t-shirts, jewelry, and hats. These items allow pagans to show their pride and connection to Yule, even when they are not participating in specific rituals or ceremonies. Overall, Pagan Yule memorabilia is a way for those who celebrate this ancient festival to connect with the symbolism and traditions of Yule. Whether it's through the use of traditional symbols like the Yule log and mistletoe, or through more modern forms of expression like artwork and clothing, these items help pagans honor the spirit of Yule and celebrate the return of the sun..
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