Varner, Gary R.

Sacred wells a study in the history, meaning, and mythology of holy wells & waters / [electronic resource] : Gary R. Varner. - 2nd ed. - New York : Algora Pub., 2009. - xvii, 188 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

The sacred well in ancient history -- Spotlight on sacred wells -- Sacred wells- holy trees -- Wells and votive offerings -- Myths and legends -- Healing wells and springs -- Ancient and contemporary rituals observed at holy wells -- An historical perspective on holy wells -- Holy wells and divine apparitions -- Holy wells in today's world -- Place names and the danger of language -- What makes healing water heal? -- Gazeteer -- Resources.


Electronic reproduction.
Boulder, Colo. :
NetLibrary,
2009.
Available via World Wide Web.
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9780875867199 (electronic bk.) 0875867197 (electronic bk.)


Holy wells.
Holy water.


Electronic books.

GR690 / .V37 2009eb

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