Oak trees
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Re: Oak trees
Sacred trees are part of many cultures. The oak tree is considered sacred to Thor due to its size and power. In many aspects, a paradigm of Yggdrasil. That's all I know when it comes to hallowed groves.
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Re: Oak trees
Some researchers have postulated that this is the case, but it has not been proven one way or another.
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Re: Oak trees
St Boniface converted the Germans by cutting down "Donars Oak", so I think thats enough proof
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Re: Oak trees
Donars Oak is one tree though, not all oaks.
Re: Oak trees
It has been documented that raiding crews would toss a oak tree into the ocean for protection. I recall seeing this and reading about it. Though I am sure I saw it on a history documentary I cannot name any sources for reading at the momment.
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Re: Oak trees
It would be nice to see some sources. Let me know when you remember them.
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Re: Oak trees
They are sacred to Thor. We know this because they are struck by lightning more than any other tree.
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Re: Oak trees
show evidence that they are struck by lightning more often, please.