Totems, Portents And Tree-Worship

Totems, Portents And Tree-Worship is a book written by Frederick Thomas Elworthy, which explores the ancient practices of totemism, portents, and tree-worship. The book delves into the origins of these practices, tracing them back to their roots in prehistoric times and examining how they evolved over time. Elworthy discusses the significance of totems, which are objects or animals that are believed to have spiritual significance and serve as symbols of a particular tribe or community. He also explores the role of portents, which are signs or omens that are believed to foretell future events, and how they were interpreted by different cultures throughout history. The book also focuses on tree-worship, which is the veneration of trees as sacred objects, and how it was practiced by various cultures around the world. Through his in-depth analysis of these practices, Elworthy provides a fascinating glimpse into the beliefs and traditions of ancient societies and their enduring impact on modern culture.THIS 34 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Evil Eye The Origins and Practices of Superstition, by Frederick Thomas Elworthy. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766132420.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.