Length3h 58m
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In "Slavic Mythology," Jan Hanuš Máchal presents an extensive exploration of the diverse and intricate belief systems of the Slavic peoples. Through a rich tapestry of narrative and scholarly analysis, Máchal delves into ancient deities, folklore, and rituals that offer profound insights into the cultural psyche of Slavic communities. The author employs a vivid literary style, seamlessly intertwining historical context with contemporary interpretations, effectively bringing alive the mythological landscapes that have shaped Slavic identity throughout the centuries. Jan Hanuš Máchal, a noted scholar in Slavic studies, draws upon his deep-rooted passion for the region's languages and cultures, which has influenced his extensive academic work. His background in anthropology and folklore studies allows him to interpret the myths not merely as relics of the past but as dynamic elements that continue to inform modern Slavic identities. Máchal's erudition is complemented by his engaging prose, making his academic insights accessible without sacrificing scholarly rigor. This book is highly recommended for anyone fascinated by mythology, culture, or the complex interplay between history and belief systems. Máchal's "Slavic Mythology" is an enlightening resource that serves both scholars and general readers alike, inviting a deeper appreciation of the rich heritage that informs contemporary Slavic life.
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GenrePsychology
Length3 hrs 58 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 13, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1EDITOR'S PREFACE
17CHAPTER II TRIGLAV
2PRONUNCIATION
18CHAPTER III SVARAŽIC
3INTRODUCTION
19CHAPTER IV ČERNOBOG
4PART I THE GENII
20CHAPTER V OTHER DEITIES
5CHAPTER I BELIEF IN SOUL AND GENII
21PART III THE DEITIES OF THE PAGAN RUSSIANS
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6CHAPTER II WORSHIP OF THE DEAD, ESPECIALLY ANCESTORS
22CHAPTER I PERUN
7CHAPTER III THE HOUSEHOLD GODS
23CHAPTER II DAŽBOG
8CHAPTER IV GENII OF FATE
24CHAPTER III SVAROŽIČ AND SVAROG
9CHAPTER V NAVKY AND RUSALKY
25CHAPTER IV CHORS
10CHAPTER VI VILY
26CHAPTER V VELES, VOLOS, AND STRIBOG
11CHAPTER VII SILVAN SPIRITS
27PART IV CULT AND FESTIVALS
12CHAPTER VIII FIELD-SPIRITS
28CHAPTER I WORSHIP OF THE GODS
13CHAPTER IX WATER-SPIRITS
29CHAPTER II THE KOLEDA
14CHAPTER X SUN, MOON, AND STARS
30CHAPTER III THE RUSALYE
15PART II THE DEITIES OF THE ELBE SLAVS
31CHAPTER IV THE KUPALO AND JARILO
16CHAPTER I SVANTOVIT
32PART V BALTIC MYTHOLOGY: SLAVIC
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