Rob's Blog Posts Tagged 'Dunner' (4)

Every now and again, I come across short references that help to fill in some gaps in the understanding of our traditional practices.



One such gap is the time between Walpurgisnacht and the arrival of the Reifries (Frost Giants) thirteen days later. I think we finally have an answer.

On our current calendar, Walpurgisnacht falls on the night of April 30. However, since Urglaawe days begin at sundown, that night is actually 1. Wonnet (May 1) on the Urglaawe calendar.…

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Overnight tonight is the observance of the arrival and retreat of the Reifries (Frost Giant) Dreizehdax (Thirteen-Badger), who attempts to undermine the restored order of the land that was established by Holle's return on Walpurgisnacht.

Dreizehdax is thwarted by Dunner and is forced to retreat.

Hail Dunner! :)

Distelfink Sippschaft's 2009 Yuul ceremony was delayed by a snowstorm that dumped 26" of snow in the Philadelphia suburbs and made it impossible for easy transit to the site. Thus, it ended up being held on December 29, which means the candles will barely cool off before the twelfth night observances.



Due to work issues and sickness, our numbers were diminished, but the event was still very enjoyable. That night we were also holding the landtaking ceremony for Pete's new house in… Continue

As the strength of the summer sun begins to wane and the garden crops yield their bounty and go to seed, we are reminded of our fortune to be living in a region of plenty.

Erntfescht, also called Erntdankfescht, is an age-old Germanic celebration of the harvest. Families and/or communities would come together to ensure that their loved ones and neighbors had ample food to carry them through the winter. The community took care of its own, which… Continue