Odin as Santa and the Norse influence Christmas (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781105689598)

"Odin as Santa and the Norse influence Christmas" explores the myths of the Norse and how those myths influence modern Christmas traditions. Myths and the icons, such as the gods and goddesses, were one way for ancient societies to understand life and the environment around them. "Odin as Santa and the Norse influence Christmas" seeks to reveal the ancient, Pre-Christian story behind the modern, Christian one, associated with Christmas traditions and decorations. This work looks at the Norse mythology and its gods, Christmas symbols and flora and their Nordic backgrounds. This work looks at the image of the manger and the birth of the Scared Child.

Author: Samantha Luccese
ISBN-10: 110568959X
ISBN-13: 9781105689598
Publisher: Lulu.com
Language: English
Published: 04/23/2012
Pages: 50
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.41lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.13d