Tag Archives: superstition

Whippings, weather and witches – and other superstitions relating to Swedish Easter traditions.

Posted on April 20, 2014 by annamadeit

Well friends – it is Spring again and with it, time for another ancient and mysterious holiday. To me, in some sense, the word “Spring” is an onomatopoeia of tremendous potency. Here in our northern hemisphere, it is the time … Continue reading →

Posted in Culture, Just for fun, Scandinavia | Tagged Easter, fertility, Holiday Traditions, Lent, magic, Påskris, Shrovetide, superstition, Swedish, witches | 5 Comments

Magic and Mysticism in Scandinavian Vernacular Architecture – on Folklore, Superstition and on How the Gods Really Were in the Details…

Posted on December 30, 2012 by annamadeit

The urge to decorate is as old as mankind. Since time immemorial, adornments have served as status indicators, cultural and national insignia, as well as tribal trademarks. Heraldic badges and coats of arms mark political and familial affiliations, and entire … Continue reading →