Full Description
Discover the stories, philosophies, and practices of Urglaawe (Or-glaw-veh), a Pennsylvania Dutch tradition, all in one place for the first time ever. Inclusive and open to anyone regardless of background, this book explores Germanic Heathenry seen through the lens of Pennsylvania Dutch culture. Three expert authors, including the founder of Urglaawe, combine their knowledge of old magic traditions into a comprehensive guide to establishing your personal, modern practice. You'll also learn how to find or form a community for shared practice. Explore the distinctions between Pennsylvania Powwow, Hexerei, and Braucherei. Learn how these practices are separate from Urglaawe yet inform and are informed by it. This book provides Urglaawe's worldview, deities, lore, rites of passage, yearly celebrations, and more. Serving as a reference for a multitude of topics, this book is the key to understanding and embracing this spiritual path.
Contents
Contents
Disclaimer x
Introduction 1
1: Urglaawe Cosmogony and Worldview 13
2: Deities 43
3: Nine Sacred Herbs 63
4: Tools of the Urglaawer 77
5: Runes 85
6: Wheel of the Year 99
7: Standard Format of an Observance 165
8: Life Cycles and Rites of Passage 175
9: Birth, Life, Death, Rebirth by Larry L. Goble Jr. and Ralph Hutt Young 193
Conclusion 203
Appendix A: Deitsch Language and Pronunciation Guide 205
Appendix B: Urglaawe Quick References 211
Glossary 225
Acknowledgments 243
Bibliography 245
