LL-L 'Traditions' 2010.12.25. (02) [EN]

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From: George and Dawn Work and Work-MaKinne <workmakinne at msn.com>
 Subject: Sporkel

I'm new to the list (again) so pardon me if this has been discussed. A
Church Council document from the eighth century objects to pagan customs
celebrating the return of the sun, called the Spurcalia. Evidently this has
survived in North Germany as the name Sporkel for February. Does anyone
know if this is still a holiday in any way, or if there are still any
customs attached?

Thank you very much,

Dawn Work-MaKinne
Iowa, USA

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From: R. F. Hahn <sassisch at yahoo.com>
Subject: Traditions

Hi, Dawn, and welcome back!

I hope you'll get your information. Th subject matter is new to me for one.

Regards,
Reinhard/Ron

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