The Golden Bough: A Study in Comparative Religion (Vol. 2 of 2)

By James George Frazer

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Uncover the ancient rituals and animal symbolism that reveal humanity’s enduring connection to nature's cycles and the mysterious spirit of the harvest.

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Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore

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2012-11-12

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Summary

"The Golden Bough: A Study in Comparative Religion (Vol. 2 of 2)" by James George Frazer is a detailed study that explores the world of religion, mythology, and old stories, with a focus on how different cultures viewed the spirit of corn and its animal forms. Frazer uses a method of comparing different societies to understand how they connect rituals and symbols, especially those related to farming. Beginning with a look at the corn-spirit and its representation through animals like wolves, dogs, hares, chickens, and goats, Frazer examines the rituals of harvest and the symbolic ways these animals were treated, often involving symbolic killings or interactions. These practices, according to Frazer, symbolize fertility and the continuing cycle of life, connecting the natural world with human beliefs.