Christian saints, Norse gods, and magic mushrooms: myths of Santa Claus
Yes, Christmas is grossly commercial, a taint that touches other year-closing holidays as well. And yet this time, and these traditions, have deep mythological roots that connect us to important gifts of the spirit. The mythic figure of Santa Claus reveals the tangled history of our year end aspirations and need for…
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