Yule

by Morrison, Dorothy

• ISBN13: 9781567184969
• ISBN10: 1567184960
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2000-09-01
• Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide Ltd

Summary

Jam-packed with more than 60 spells, invocations, and rituals, "Yule" guides readers through the magic of the season, as they discover the origin of the eight tiny reindeer, brew up some Yuletide coffee, and learn ways to create their own holiday traditions and crafts based on celebrations from a variety of countries and beliefs.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments	xi
Part I: Yule and Its Place in our Hearts
The History of Yule: How it all Began	3	(6)
Yule Traditions and Symbols	9	(10)
Festivals of Light Around the World	19	(4)
Holiday Customs Around the World	23	(8)
Omens, Superstitions, and Other Magical Goodies	31	(6)
Yuletide Trivia and Fun Facts	37	(6)
Part II: Preparing for the Yuletide Season
Making Room for Yule	43	(8)
Decking the Halls	51	(16)
Giving Winter Its Due	67	(4)
The Yule Tree	71	(14)
Holiday Cards	85	(4)
Part III: Gifting, Feasting, and Festing
Quick and Easy Yule Gifts	89	(22)
Wrapping Up the Season	111	(4)
Let's Party!	115	(6)
Party Ideas and Games	121	(4)
Eat, Drink, and Be Merry	125	(28)
Part IV: Creating Personal Traditions
Personal Traditions	153	(6)
Daily Event Calendar	159	(24)
Keeping the Holidays Happy	183	(2)
After the Holidays	185	(4)
Appendix I: Goddesses Associated with Yule	189	(1)
Appendix II: Gods Associated with Yule	190	(1)
Appendix III: Holiday Greetings in Other Countries	191	(1)
Appendix IV: Yule-Related Websites	192	(1)
Bibliography	193	(2)
Index	195