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The Sacred Tree Or the Tree in Religion and Myth

The Sacred Tree Or the Tree in Religion and Myth

Philpot, J. H.

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ISBN10: 1162579501
ISBN13: 9781162579504
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 194
Weight: 0.99
Height: 0.41 Width: 8.25 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
The Sacred Tree Or the Tree in Religion and Myth by Mrs. J. H. Philpot is a comprehensive exploration of the role of trees in various religions and myths around the world. The book delves into the significance of trees in different cultures, from ancient civilizations to modern times, and examines their symbolism, mythology, and spiritual importance. The author draws upon a wide range of sources, including religious texts, folklore, and literature, to provide a detailed account of the sacred tree and its various meanings. The book covers topics such as the Tree of Life, the World Tree, the Tree of Knowledge, and the Tree of Immortality, and explores their connections to creation myths, cosmology, and spiritual practices. With its rich historical and cultural insights, The Sacred Tree Or the Tree in Religion and Myth is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the intersection of religion, mythology, and nature.1897. Contents: Tree-worship - its distribution and origin; The God and the tree; Wood-demons and tree-spirits; The tree in its relation to human life; Tree as oracle; Universe-tree; Paradise; May celebrations; Christmas observances. With 28 line illustrations.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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