Librarian in Training
Seth Ormsby
Hello! I am a graduate student in the MSLIS program here at UAlbany. I received my bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies from Ithaca College in 2021. I currently work at a Natural Foods co-op where I use my experience as a lobster fisherman and farmer. One of my interests is in Mythology. I'm excited to become a librarian!
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Introduction
Overview:
Explore resources that illustrate the transformation of annual traditions such as Halloween, Christmas, and Easter from Pagan rituals to contemporary Christian holidays. Ideal for current undergraduate and graduate students seeking diverse materials that examine the intersection and background of this cultural shift. Comprehensive coverage of specific subject matter, with some exposure to further reading on other celebrated holidays and other customs that have become mainstream standards.
Resources:
A variety of formats including book, video, and journal are provided to assist in researching this intentionally obscured history.
Terminology:
"Pagan" is used to encompass Celtic, Roman, Norse and other pantheistic cultures, contrasting with the monotheism of Christianity.
"Christianization" is a term used to describe the act of a tradition or practice being re-branded as Christian.
Subjects Covered:
- Anthropology
- Archaeology
- History
- Religion
- Sociology
Highlight:
Many resources will feature side-by-side comparisons of the present-day names of holidays with their corresponding Pagan version.