Ergebnis für "Fairy Tale" in Religion & Spiritualität

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Jewish storytelling with Jewish Fairy Tales and Fables. Authored by Gertrude Landa, known by her pen name Aunt Naomi, this captivating collection draws inspiration from the rich parables of the Talmud and the Midrash. These ancient compilations of wisdom and teachings hold a revered place in Jewish tradition, second only to the Bible. Join Noel Badrian as he brings these timeless tales to life, inviting listeners to explore the profound lessons woven into each story.

Dive into a world where ancient wisdom meets childhood adventure! In this collection, boys and girls will discover the thrilling exploits of beloved Biblical figures such as Abraham, Moses, and David. These enchanting tales, reimagined from the Talmud and Midrash, provide a delightful blend of tradition and imagination, perfect for today’s young readers. Join us on this journey through stories that promise to be as captivating as any fairy tale! - Summary by Phil Chenevert and the author

Dive into the enchanting world of Maoriland Fairy Tales, where history and mythology intertwine. These tales, rooted in oral tradition, serve as a living record of the past, preserving the stories of Atua (gods) and notable encounters with pakeha (settlers). Experience the richness of whakapapa—the intricate family lines that tell of ancestral journeys, battles, and the resilience of Māori culture. From the captivating tales of taniwha, mysterious guardians of sacred places, to the strategic brilliance of Māori warriors that challenged British forces, each story offers a glimpse into a ...

Celtic mythology is widely considered to be among the most captivating of Europe's various mythologies due to the presence of a number of captivating aspects, including but not limited to: adventure, heroism, romance, and magic. The Celts were once a great people who dominated most of Europe, but, as a result of Roman invasions, they have since been reduced to a few minor groupings. Their mythology, on the other hand, was preserved largely as a result of the efforts of later monks from Ireland and Wales who wrote down the stories.

West Virginia, 1966. For thirteen months the town of Point Pleasant is gripped by a real-life nightmare that culminates in a strategy that makes headlines around the world. Strange occurrences and sightings, including a bizarre winged apparition that becomes known as the Mothman, trouble this...

In this study, Fromm argues that man needs to analyze his unconscious thoughts, his dreams, and his conscious fantasies, as they reflect a universal and symbolic representation of himself.

Magic, superstition, cooking, and food rituals have been intertwined since the beginning of humankind. Kitchen Witch is an exploration of the history and culture of food, folklore, and magic and those skilled in healing and nourishing—herbalists, wise women, cooks, cunning folk, and the name many of them would come to bear: witch. Kitchen Witch is an invitation to see the magic in every corner of your kitchen.

Discover the complex mythology of the legendary Nordic people who inspired Hollywood films, epic novels, and more. Beautiful goddesses, fierce warriors, formidable beasts, and Ragnarök itself--these magical tales have enthralled audiences for centuries. This classic collection of tales offers...

Delve into the rich tapestry of Armenian folklore, where history and storytelling intertwine. Armenians trace their roots back to the era before the Babylonians, to Togarmah, a grandson of Japhet, who settled in Armenia after the Ark found its resting place on Mount Ararat. Notably, Armenia was the first nation to embrace Christianity as its official religion around the 3rd Century AD. This enchanting collection features captivating folk and fairy tales gathered by scholar and storyteller Mr. A. G. Seklemian, reflecting the deep connection between the Armenian people and the natural world that...

Interact with magical fairy folk and incorporate them into your own witchcraft practice with this detailed account of the ancient wisdom and traditions of fairies and witchcraft. Fairies have long been a part of witchcraft traditions, especially Celtic and Norse witchcraft, paganism, and other...

What if the stories you loved as a child had grown up with you? Fairy Tales for Grownups is a storytelling series for those who never outgrew wonder—but who now crave it with more depth, contradiction, and meaning. Hosted by James Newcomb and The Artist’s Agora, this podcast is a quiet rebellion against the noise of modern media. No formulas. No spoon-fed morals. Just rich, lyrical tales that resonate long after the story ends. Each episode is an original short story inspired by timeless wisdom—from the sayings of desert fathers to the scattered embers of ancient myth. These are not ...

Employing the popular Don't Know Much About style, with its familiar question-and-answer format, DON'T KNOW MUCH ABOUT MYTHOLOGY will explore the myths of the world, their impact on history, and their continuing role in our lives. It will offer listeners a wide-ranging, comprehensive...

The subject of fairies in Celtic cultures is a complex one that seems to endlessly intrigue people. What exactly are fairies? What can they do? How can we interact with them? Answering these questions becomes even harder in a world that is disconnected from the traditional folklore and flooded with modern sources that are often vastly at odds with the older beliefs.

In The Night House, bestselling author and word-witch Danielle Dulsky peels back the layers of these timeless narratives to reveal their potent role as guides for navigating today's world. Historically kept and passed on by women, fairy tales are distinguishable from other types of folk tales by their supernatural elements, and because of this, they were often dismissed as trivial fantasies for women and children.

Who was Radha, and why has she captured the imagination of so many writers across centuries? No other goddess combines the elements of bhakti and shringara quite as exquisitely as the divine milkmaid. She spans a vivid rainbow of imagery-from the playfulness of the Ras Lila to the soulfulness of...

This definitive and magnificent 10-volume unabridged translation is one of the rare English translations in full of the epic. Bibek Debroy makes the Mahabharata marvellously accessible to contemporary readers. Dispute over land and kingdom may lie at the heart of this story of war...

The Ramayana is thousands of years old, yet it is filled with life lessons that benefit us even today. It teaches courage and fortitude to handle problems that are the inevitable result of birth. Reading it instils values like leadership, forbearance, loyalty, respect, equality, forgiveness...

Manu said that a woman’s dharma is to be mother, daughter, sister and wife in service of men, regardless of the caste. In modern times we call this patriarchy. In the Veda, the need to control and favour hierarchy, is an expression of an anxious mind.Hindu, Buddhist and Jain lore is full of...

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This amazing collection of Chinese myths will allow you to enter the Chinese mind, so you can gather secrets and wisdom from a proud and respected country.