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Mágia

Hungarian Myth, Magic, and Folklore

Explore the world of Hungarian Paganism with this book's impressive collection of history, lore, and traditions from the Carpathian basin. The Hungarian people, also known as the Magyars, fused pre-Christian and Christian beliefs into their identity, and that fusion remains today. Exploring mythology, daily life, magic, the Wheel of the Year, and life passages, this book reveals this book reveals Hungarian folk religion and beliefs, both past and . . .

Explore the world of Hungarian Paganism with this book's impressive collection of history, lore, and traditions from the Carpathian basin. The Hungarian people, also known as the Magyars, fused pre-Christian and Christian beliefs into their identity, and that fusion remains today. Exploring mythology, daily life, magic, the Wheel of the Year, and life passages, this book reveals this book reveals Hungarian folk religion and beliefs, both past and present.

Margit Tóth introduces you to many aspects of the Magyar cosmos, from the creation story to homestead practices. Among many other topics, you will learn how restless spirits were aided, what magical properties the Summer Solstice bonfire had, and why clothes were never washed on a Tuesday. This book provides insight on ancestors, nature spirits, sacred foods, healing magic, divination, and death and burial customs.



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"A detailed, comprehensive, fascinating, and accessible book of folkways and magical traditions. Featuring both historical and practical material, this book will be of interest to those seeking information not only about Hungary's ancient Pagan traditions, but also its unique Catholic folk magic. Tóth is a warm, friendly presence, as she guides us into the realms of Magyar magic and spirituality...So much of the material in this book has not . . .

"A detailed, comprehensive, fascinating, and accessible book of folkways and magical traditions. Featuring both historical and practical material, this book will be of interest to those seeking information not only about Hungary's ancient Pagan traditions, but also its unique Catholic folk magic. Tóth is a warm, friendly presence, as she guides us into the realms of Magyar magic and spirituality...So much of the material in this book has not been available to English readers until now, making Mágia a must-have for all who love folk magic."—Judika Illes, author of Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells and Encyclopedia of Spirits

"I so loved this book! Margit Tóth has given us a wonderful gift, a treasure-trove of folklore from her own Hungary, much of which has not been available in English translation. Her words evoke a pre-modern time when every aspect of life was intrinsically embedded in the seasons of the year, and magic was the way one lived each day."—Holli Emore, executive director of Cherry Hill Seminary

"An astounding work of both research and personal dedication, Margit Tóth’s Mágia introduces readers to the robust world of Hungarian folk belief and practice. This book is deeply scholastic, but aims for cultural connection and understanding. The author has parsed original Magyar (Hungarian) source materials, but also works to make the notoriously complex language readable for those who haven't grown up speaking it....So much wonderful lore fits within this book's pages, and those wanting to know more about these practices finally have a stunningly rich guidebook in English to help open up the enchanted world of Hungarian folk magic."—Cory Thomas Hutcheson, editor of Llewellyn's Complete Book of North American Folk Magic



PRODUCT DETAILS:
ISBN-13: 9780738774275
Imprint: Llewellyn
Pub Date: October 2024
Product Type: Trade Paperback
Page Count: 384 pages
Size: 6 x 9 IN
Case Quantity: 32

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