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	Herbs in Polish mythology - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Children suffering from consumption were bathed in this herb; and the results of skin darkening was used to divine whether they lived or would die.
		An herb that in folklore is said to protect one from death by eating or drinking it.
		This herb was fenced in when it was found on property to protect it; the leaves resemble a child, and digging it up would destroy their own happiness.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Herbs_in_Polish_mythology (360 words)

	Category:Slavic mythology - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Religion and mythology differ, but have overlapping aspects.
		Many English speakers understand the terms "myth" and "mythology" to mean fictitious or imaginary.
		The main article for this category is Slavic mythology.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Category:Slavic_mythology (172 words)

	.:Welcome to Margi's Site:.
		She is the Polish virginal Goddess who is the huntress of the forest, and is associated with the Moon, spring, agriculture and weather.
		In the mythology of the Moon being male, he is the Dazbog’s bald uncle and consort of Dennitsa (Zorya Dnieca).
		She is called Mokusa also in Polish folklore, and at night, women would leave strands of fleece beside the stove in her honor.
	www.geocities.com /mabcosmic/polish/pantheon.html (2634 words)

	.:Welcome to Margi's Site:.
		Burnette Saxifrage — An herb that in folklore is said to protect you from death by eating or drinking it.
		White Bryony — This herb was fenced in when it was found on property to protect it; as the leaves resemble a child and digging it up would destroy their own happiness.
		Spoiling may be averted by lighting a candle if you not face to face with the culprit, or spitting on the ground, and by throwing dirt in the direction of the culprit walking away.
	www.geocities.com /mabcosmic/polish/magic.html (1699 words)

	Household Bed
		Herbs were strewn on the floor of the house, releasing their scent when stepped on to freshen the room and repel mice and insects.
		Depending upon the plant combinations, specific herbs are alleged to keep harmful insects at bay, attract beneficial insects, improve another plant's flavor, or inhibit or encourage the growth of neighboring plants.
		It was one of the strewing herbs of the Middle Ages.
	www.norcrossws.org /norcross/Herb/householdbed.htm (835 words)

	Martha's Spice Rack (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
		Oregano is a natural in tomato and pasta sauces and on pizza; use it with eggplant, beans, marinades, roasted and broiled meats, and chicken.
		This herb from the mint family has a mildly sharp, salty flavor that's a cross between thyme and mint.
		This versatile herb is a member of the sunflower family.
	www.marthastewart.com /page.jhtml?type=content&id=channel150017 (3608 words)

	Classical Mythology in American Life and Literature to 1855
		I want particularly to investigate the opening-up of mythology's mysteries to people of both sexes who did not go to secondary school and college, and to women in particular--that is, the groups which did not until the nineteenth century have access to classical languages.
		Returning now to the theme of this paper--the democratization of classical mythology in America to 1855, I am using here the older definition of mythology which I believe is still the popular one, a traditional body of knowledge about old stories, and the stories to which I refer are those of Greece and Rome.
		In humbler surroundings, mythology was not presented systematically as something taught by a learned Mystagogus, but rather willy-nilly as an occasional part of life, not really comprehensible to the uninitiated.
	www.fivecolleges.edu /mcleary/cmal.html (5915 words)

	The Constellations : Starshine.com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
		In Japanese, Korean, and Chinese mythology the brightest star of Aquila, Altair, is identified as the herdsman, Ch’ien Niu, keeper of the royal herds.
		In classical mythology, these stars represent the twins Castor and Pollux, who were hatched from an egg borne by Leda after she was seduced by Zeus in the guise of a swan.
		In Greco-Roman mythology, Hercules is the half mortal son of Jupiter (Zeus) and the princess Alcmene.
	starshine.com /frankn/astronomy/constellations.asp (6841 words)

	Welcome to Okana's Web - Polish and Slavic Paganism and Pagan Beliefs
		One of the universal healing herbs, mint was used for everything from curing headaches to treating bee and hornet stings; the most common use was as a disgestive aid.
		The leaves of this plant are supposed to resemble a child; anyone finding this herb on their property fenced it in to protect it, for it was believed that digging it up would be destroying their happiness.
		It was a healing herb with multiple uses, and a magickal charm without compare.
	www.okana.org /herbs.html (641 words)

	Herbs - Hutchinson encyclopedia article about Herbs (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
		It is one of the largest herbs, growing to a height of 1.5 m/5 ft.
		It is one of the subtlest of herbs, going well with foods of delicate flavour.
		Any plant (usually a flowering plant) tasting sweet, bitter, aromatic, or pungent, used in cooking, medicine, or perfumery; technically, a herb is any plant in which the aerial parts do not remain above ground at the end of the growing season.
	encyclopedia.farlex.com /Herbs (270 words)

	Courtly Lives ... Voodoo in Haiti
		The Polish did not choose to fight this war, and most records confirm that they were taken on board ships by gunpoint.
		Polish soldiers most likely tried to practice their Catholicism in the early days.
		Amon Fremon, who claimed descendant from Polish soldiers, was a Voodoo priest and he worked his rituals while taken to Poland and France by Jerzy Detopski.
	www.angelfire.com /mi4/polcrt/Voodoo.html (1659 words)

	easterneuropeherbs.html
		The use of herbs and spices in Russia, Poland, Bohemia, Hungary and parts of Germany during the medieval and Renaissance periods is well attested, but there is not a great deal of information translated into English on the subject.
		Reference to this herb can be traced to the seventeenth century, when the court physician to Czar Michael Fedorovich prescribed this herb for the czar and his family.
		Zevin mentions "This herb was so popular in early Russia that Czar Michael I [1596-1645] issued a special order that no less than one hundred pounds of this herb be collected each year to be delivered to the court" either for healing properties or to protect from dangerous forest animals, perhaps (p.
	www.gallowglass.org /jadwiga/herbs/easterneuropeherbs.html (7080 words)

	RSI - Herbs - Common
		Externally, the herb was used as a poultice on inflammations and bruises and in a wash for sore eyes.
		It was one of the 9 sacred herbs of Odin (Woden) and the Anglo-Saxons.
		This herb is a symbol of Longevity and a "Cure-All".
	www.rosettastoneinc.com /herbs-foods/herbs.html (8011 words)

	Gwiazdka - the Little Star - Polish Yule Celebrations - Okana's Web - Polish and Slavic Paganism and Pagan ...
		The Yule log in the hearth is consecrated, and is lit with an ages-old ritual, then a candle in the czuwac window is rekindled, then a light in every window, and all through the home.
		A plate of bread and salt were passed, the salt of the taste of death, the bread of the promise of the future, both traditional at any Polish gathering, was consecrated and shared by all present.
		Herbs were thrown into the fire, and the magical patterns would be seen and interpreted from the smoke they cast......
	www.okana.org /folkcust.html (1266 words)

	karzelek - Article and Reference from OnPedia.com
		The Karzełek in Polish mythology live in mines and underground workings and are the guardians of gems, crystals, and precious metals.
		Hurling rocks, whistling or covering ones head are actions that are offensive to the Treasurer; who will warn the offender with handfuls of pelted soil in their direction before taking serious action.
		The word for treasurers is still a mystery, the Polish name being the closest resemblance.
	www.onpedia.com /encyclopedia/karzelek (114 words)

	Herbs Rule!!!!
		In Greek mythology, myrtle is the favourite priestess of the Goddess Venus.
		This herb is often added to bridal wreaths as it represents love and the Goddess Venus.
		Uses: The branches of this herb are used in arrangements, wreaths, and bouquets.
	groups.msn.com /HerbsRule/myrtle.msnw (290 words)

	The Basics of Lithuanian Paganism
		In Lithuanian mythology, the Sun is feminine and the Moon is masculine.
		It is the feast of herbs, flowers, a corn richly celebrated to this day throughout Europe.
		In Lithuania, bouquets of flowers and ears of corn are brought to church for the goddess to bless (or Mary).
	www.druidry.org /obod/deities/lithuanian_paganism.html (5844 words)

	Slavic Paganism
		His identity with the latter is also found in Polish mythology as the son of Svarog, the Slavic 'heavenly sky father', and either the dawn-goddess Zorya Dennitsa or the summer- and love-goddess Lada.
		In Slavic mythologies, the planet Venus was commonly recognized as a maidenly goddess and attendant of the sun-god or sun-goddess, depending on the region.
		Polish virgin huntress goddess of the forest, she is also associated with the moon, spring, agriculture, and weather.
	www.circe-argent.com /slavic_paganism.htm (16618 words)

	Mead Did You Mean mead
		In Norse mythology, mead was the favorite drink of the Norse gods and heroes, e.g.
		The etymon of this word is the Welsh word meddyglyn, meaning "medicinal liquor", as healing herbs were often stored as metheglin so they would be available over the winter (as well as making them much easier to swallow).
		During the Crusades Polish prince Leszek the White explained to the pope that Polish knights couldn't participate in the crusades because there is no mead in Palestine.
	www.did-you-mean.com /Mead.html (790 words)

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		The section on Northern Mythology has been enlarged by a retelling of the epic of the "Nibelungen Lied," together with a summary of Wagner's version of the legend in his series of music-dramas.
		Thus we hope to teach mythology not as a study, but as a relaxation from study; to give our work the charm of a story-book, yet by means of it to impart a knowledge of an important branch of education.
		Having chosen mythology as connected with literature for our province, we have endeavored to omit nothing which the reader of elegant literature is likely to find occasion for.
	www.gutenberg.org /dirs/etext04/thgfc10.txt (18496 words)

	Imbolc 05
		It was from this identity as the goddess of the household hearth fire that she developed into the patroness of smiths (as the goddess of the smith's forge fire).
		In addition to Hera's ownership of such an apple tree in the Greek otherworldly 'Land of the Hesperides', the Norse goddess Idun was the keeper of the apples of immortality.
		Lavender is always nice but remember that the pieces of herb must be ground very finely so as not to get stuck in the sweeper.
	www.wyldwytch.com /weavings/candb/03_05imbolc/index.htm (7666 words)

	Hibiscus Flower Suppliers,Hibiscus Plant Exporters,Hibiscus Flower Exporter,Hibiscus Plant Supplier
		Our diverse variety of herbs sorted by their botanical names offers you an vast spectrum of choice.
		Hibiscus has been named the "Queen of Tropical Shrubs" perhaps because it is the most outstanding ornamental shrub that is planted in the tropics as specimen plants or grown as colorful hedges along the roads and highways.
		In Hindu mythology the hibiscus is the flower offered in the worship of the goddess and An extract from the hibiscus flower is also used in preventing unwanted pregnancies, inhibiting the flow of semen in men, and bringing on temporary sterility in women.
	www.naturalcosmeticsupplies.com /hibiscus-flower.html (922 words)

	Eastern European Cooking - see recipes and cooking styles from Albania, Croatia, Estonia, Latvia, Poland, Romania, and ...
		Fragrant with the aroma of spices and herbs and ranging from earthy peasant fare to noble creations, Armenian cuisine abounds in succulent kebabs, stuffed vegetables and fruits, opulent pilafs, delectable breads, and irresistible pastries and confections that have been perfected by generations...
		Polish Holiday Cookery and Customs acquaints readers with traditional Polish foods associated with various occasions and furnished countless cooking tips and serving suggestions.
		Polish Cookery is an American adaptation of Uniwersalna Ksiazka Kucharska (The Universal Cookbook), long the most famous standard cookbook in Poland.
	www.niftykitchen.com /site/339522/page/49990 (1357 words)

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		The monuments from which this imperfect account of Etruscan mythology is derived, afford at the same time a sin- gular proof of the pure Italian origin of these deities.
		Apol- lo, as is well known, was one of the chief personages of the Grecian mythology; hardly inferior to any for the variety and the importance of his functions.
		Their frequent sacrifices, and the necessity of inspecting the bodies of the consecrated victims, opened the way for the acquisition of that skill in anatomy, which is apparent in all the works of Etruscan art.
	lcweb2.loc.gov /ndlpcoop/nicmoas/nora/nora0048.sgm (19009 words)

	Happy Hour Bees , Mythology and Mead - Beer and Brewing
		Bees bear a connection to the future of neuroscience and medicine that is just as important as their link to past legends of mythology and human sustenance.
		Celtic history speaks of “mead halls” where the followers of a chieftain would gather after a hunt or battle to regale epic tales of bravery and feast on victuals of roasted boar and honey beer.
		It is produced by the fermentation of honey, water and yeast, with optional ingredients added such as herbs, extracts, spices, or fruit.
	www.bellaonline.com /articles/art28240.asp (1337 words)

	[No title] (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
		In Poland, and in Polish churches of the United States, the faithful bring to their parish priest on All Souls' Day paper sheets with fl borders called "Wypominki" (Naming) on which are written the names of their beloved dead.
		Herbs are given unusual powers of healing, which they retain if they are plucked during the night of the feast.[45] In Germany they call these herbs "Johanneskraut" (St. John's herbs), and people bring them to church for a special blessing.
		He used to be invoked against fever (because Christ cured his mother-in-law from fever).[5] Above all, however, he was highly venerated from the tenth century on as the heavenly gatekeeper who guards the gates of eternity and admits or turns away souls.
	library.catholic.org /family/family68.txt (16742 words)

	kitchen
		I have to state that herbs are not meant to be a substitute for Professional Medical Attention, and you should always seek a Professional Herbalist/Doctor when using herbs for medical reasons....
		Herb was sacred to the the Winter Solstice and dieties of death and rebirth.
		average infusion is 1oz dried herb or 3oz fresh herb to 1pt boiling water, leave to steep covered for 10-15 min before straining.
	www.zodiacbistro.com /kitchen.htm (6801 words)

	Article: Fennel - Vegetable, Herb or Spice?
		Besides being a vegetable, either wild or cultivated, it is also both a herb and a spice.
		Mentioned in Greek mythology and history, it was known from India to the Near East and all points between.
		Its popularity rose during the Medieval Ages when wild fennel was cultivated by the monks and established as an essential plant in medicinal herbal gardens.
	www.epicureantable.com /ffarticles/fennel.htm (1337 words)

	Custom and Myth
		It is argued that men at some period, or periods, spoke in a singular style of coloured and concrete language, and that their children retained the phrases of this language after losing hold of the original meaning.
		The method of philological mythology is thus discredited by the disputes of its adherents.
		Thus race declares itself in the ultimate literary form and character of mythology, while the common savage basis and stuff of myths may be clearly discerned in the horned, and cannibal, and shape-shifting, and adulterous gods of Greece, of India, of the North.
	www2.cddc.vt.edu /gutenberg/1/4/0/8/14080/14080-h/14080-h.htm (19290 words)

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