Heathen Traditions of the Pennsylvania Dutch: An Urglaawe Primer

The First Comprehensive Guide to Urglaawe — Pennsylvania Dutch Heathenry

For the first time ever, the stories, philosophies, and practices of Urglaawe (Or-glaw-veh) are gathered together in one place. This inclusive, accessible primer opens the door to Germanic Heathenry as seen through the unique lens of Pennsylvania Dutch culture — a living tradition rooted in the land, the folk, and centuries of living practice.

Written by three expert authors including the founder of Urglaawe, this book is both a comprehensive introduction and a lasting reference for anyone drawn to this path.

What You'll Explore:

• Urglaawe's worldview, deities, lore, and cosmology
• Rites of passage and yearly seasonal celebrations
• The distinctions between Pennsylvania Powwow, Hexerei, and Braucherei — and how they relate to Urglaawe
• Old magic traditions woven into a modern personal practice
• How to find or form a community for shared Urglaawe practice

Details:

• By Robert L. Schreiwer, Michelle A. Jones & Stacey Lynne Stewart
• Paperback, 264 pages | Published January 2026
• ISBN: 9780738777337 | Published by Llewellyn Worldwide

Inclusive and open to all — regardless of background or heritage.