Research Programmes

The first BAFES research programmes define the association’s initial areas of sustained work.

01. Dreams & Oneiric Traditions

Dream narratives, prophetic dreams, folk interpretation and oneiric symbolism.

02. Baltic Folk Beliefs & Magic

Folk belief, divination, protective practices, ritual traditions and vernacular magic.

03. History of Esotericism in the Baltic Region

Occult publishing, spiritualism, astrology, esoteric societies and the historical circulation of esoteric ideas.