S9 Ep 7 The Enchanted Apple - Folklore, Beliefs & Traditions

In this episode of the My Slice of Life podcast, we take a bite into the rich and enchanting folklore of the apple tree. From ancient myths and fairy tales to seasonal traditions and symbolism, the humble apple has held a powerful place in stories across cultures. Why is the apple linked with knowledge, temptation, and even immortality? What magical beliefs surround apple trees, especially in Celtic and English folklore? And how can we still see traces of this ancient reverence in the way we view apples today?

Join me as we wander through orchards of legend and discover the curious and magical world of apple tree lore.
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 References for the episode:

Ruth Binney book 'Plant Lore and Legend': https://amzn.to/4i7uxYD
Margaret Baker book ‘Discovering The Folklore of Plants’:
https://amzn.to/4c8v4Yh
https://ec.europa.eu/programmes/erasmus-plus/project-result-content/273d0f04-3c91-49da-a490-736b006c209c/CYPRUS_Symbolism_of_the_Apple.pdf
https://thepracticalherbalist.com/advanced-herbalism/apple-myth-and-magic/
https://thedruidsgarden.com/2018/09/30/sacred-tree-profile-apples-medicine-magic-mythology-and-meanings/#:~:text=The%20Buddah%20gained%20enlightenment%20under,to%20ruin%20and%20poor%20health.
https://www.spookyisles.com/apple-myths-folklore/
https://www.houseofapplejay.com/the-apple-in-celtic-mythology/
https://www.southdevon-nl.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Orchards-Apple-superstitions.pdf
https://www.icysedgwick.com/fruit-folklore/
https://enchantedlivingmagazine.com/apple-folklore-fairy-tales-myth-and-magic/