Episode 4: Oneiromancy (Death & Dreams)

Sweet dreams are made of this....

In this episode, Poppy will lead us through the world of dreams. We delve into the magical practice of oneiromancy, the ancient art of dream interpretation linked to death and the underworld. Join us as we explore how dreams may reveal insights into our own minds....or even into other worlds entirely.

Discover the historical roots of oneiromancy, its significance in various cultures, and the rituals that harness dreams as a tool for communication and discovery.

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Resources:

• The Path of Shadows: Chtonic Gods, Oneiromancy, and Necromancy in Ancient Greece by Gwendolyn Taunton
• The Dream Interpretation Dictionary: Symbols, Signs, and Meanings by J.M. DeBord
• Samson, D.R., Clerget, A., Abbas, N. et al. Evidence for an emotional adaptive function of dreams: a cross-cultural study. Sci Rep 13, 16530 (2023).
• That Which I Dream is True: Dream Narratives in an Amazonian Community by Daniela M Peluso
• Other historical texts cited within the episode.