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Folklore of the Holy Land

by J. E. Hanauer

Folklore across faith and tradition

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Folklore across faith and tradition

J. E. Hanauer’s collection brings together tales drawn from the Holy Land’s oral heritage at the turn of the 20th century. Stories about Jinn, folk-magic practices, and legends connected with biblical figures show how sacred narratives and popular beliefs meet across Muslim, Christian, and Jewish traditions. The collection offers a window onto the region’s folklore and the cultural connections carried through its stories, with themes of wonder, morality, and the search for meaning.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Readers interested in folklore and oral storytelling from the Holy Land.
  • Those exploring connections among Muslim, Christian, and Jewish traditions.
  • Readers interested in Jinn, folk magic, or legends associated with biblical figures.

Themes

Holy Land folkloreIntersections of faith and folk beliefJinn and folk magicBiblical legendsMorality and the search for meaning

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Book overview

Step into the vibrant tapestry of Holy Land folklore with this enthralling collection of tales that bridges Moslem, Christian, and Jewish traditions. Richly detailed and drawn from the region's oral heritage at the turn of the 20th century, these stories reveal a world where sacred narratives and folk beliefs intertwine. From captivating accounts of the mystical Jinn, akin to European fairies, to folk-magic rituals and legends surrounding biblical figures, each tale showcases the shared cultural currents of a deeply storied land.

 

This book invites readers to explore the intersection of faith, myth, and tradition, offering a unique lens into the spiritual and cultural life of the Holy Land. Its timeless narratives resonate with universal themes of wonder, morality, and the human search for meaning. Folklore of the Holy Land is an invaluable glimpse into the rich and interconnected legacy of one of history's most sacred regions.

 

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