Aberglauben, Sitten und Gebräuche des sächsischen Obererzgebirges: Ein Beitrag zur Kenntnis des Volksglaubens und Volkslebens im Königreich Sachsen

Name: Aberglauben, Sitten und Gebräuche des sächsischen Obererzgebirges: Ein Beitrag zur Kenntnis des Volksglaubens und Volkslebens im Königreich Sachsen
Author: Moritz Spiess

By Moritz Spiess

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A systematic ethnographic survey of folk beliefs, customs, and rituals in the Saxon Upper Ore Mountains, organized into sections on divination and fate (times, omens, dreams), forms of witchcraft and protective charms, seasonal and religious festivals, community entertainments, and family rites. The author compiles reported practices, explanatory notes, and local attributions, distinguishing spontaneous omens from deliberate fortune-telling and categorizing harmful and protective magic. The work blends descriptive observation with collected anecdotes, practical details about celebrations and domestic life, and appended songs and sayings in dialect.

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Moritz Spiess

Moritz Spiess was a German author known for his work in ethnography and folklore. His notable book, "Aberglauben, Sitten und Gebräuche des sächsischen Obererzgebirges," explores the superstitions, customs, and traditions of the Upper Erzgebirge region in Saxony. Through his writing, Spiess contributed to the understanding of local beliefs and cultural practices, providing valuable insights into the folk life of his time. His work remains a significant resource for those interested in the intersection of culture and belief in German history.