Hom Strom

The Hom Strom (= straw man) is an old custom that is celebrated by the Scuol schoolchildren on the first Saturday in February. Guests are cordially invited to watch the preparations in the afternoon and the burning of the Hom Strom in the evening. Originally, the Hom Strom was probably an offering made by the simple mountain farmer to the sun god so that he would be well-disposed towards him for the coming harvest. It can be assumed that the Hom Stream is a mixture of pagan and Christian beliefs.

Program:
1 p.m.: The straw is tied to the Hom stream. (Scuol Plaz)
15.30 - 16.00: Completion of the Hom Stream
18.15: Transportation of the Hom Strom to Gurlaina by the oldest pupils
6.30 p.m.: Erection of the Hom Strom in Gurlaina
7.45 p.m.: Performance by the selected pupils with the fireballs (Gurlaina)
20.00 hrs: Burning of the Hom Strom. (Gurlaina)


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