THE FIRE OF THE ANCESTORS: THE NURAGIC ROOTS OF SAINT ANTHONY THE ABBOT BETWEEN SYMBOLISM AND TRADITION
Welcome to the Online Seminar
Dedicated to exploring one of the most fascinating celebrations in Sardinia: the Feast of Saint Anthony the Abbot. This seminar will take you on a journey through myth, history, and spirituality, delving into its profound ties with the Nuragic civilization and its shamanic practices. Together, we will discover how this celebration serves as a bridge between worlds, uniting past and present in a ritual rich with universal meaning.
Introduction to the Feast of Saint Anthony the Abbot
Objectives
- Understand the origins of the celebration.
- Explore the historical and cultural context in which it developed.
- Uncover the connections between myth and Christian tradition.
Contents
1. The Pre-Christian Roots of the Celebration
- A brief introduction to the Nuragic civilization: fire rituals and the worship of light.
- The significance of fire in pagan rituals as a symbol of purification and transformation.
2. The Myth of Saint Anthony and the Fire Stolen from the Gods
- Symbolic analysis: fire as a divine gift, emblematic of knowledge and power.
- Parallels with Nuragic myths related to elements and spirits of nature.
3. Saint Anthony the Abbot: The Protector of Animals and the Cycle of Life
- Connections with Sardinia’s agro-pastoral societies.
- The piglet as a symbol of fertility and abundance.
4. Bonfires: Fire and Rebirth
- Archetypal significance of fire: light against darkness, death, and rebirth.
- Similarities with Dionysian rites and ritual trance.
5. Dances Around the Fire
- Dance as a tool for spiritual connection.
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Join us to rediscover the spiritual roots of Sardinia and the transformative power of Saint Anthony’s fire. This course will guide you on a journey of discovery and connection with the ancestral wisdom of the Nuragic civilization, enriching your path of healing and spiritual growth.