In Asatru, a querent refers to someone seeking guidance or answers, particularly during rune readings or divination rituals. The word comes from the Latin quaerens, meaning “one who seeks or […]
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Sigurd, also known as Sigurðr or Siegfried, remains one of the greatest figures of the Viking Age. His tale shines with bravery, wisdom, and destiny. Born to Sigmund and Hjördis,
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Grímnismál is one of the mythological poems in the Poetic Edda, a collection of Old Norse poems dating back to the Viking Age. The poem tells the story of Odin
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The Einherjar are the chosen warriors who dwell in Valhalla, a hall ruled by Odin. These brave souls are selected from the ranks of the fallen, those who died honorably
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Eir stands as a Valkyrie known for her remarkable healing abilities. Her name, often spelled as “Eira” or “Er,” translates to “mercy” or “protection,” highlighting her role as a compassionate
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The Nafnaþulur is a collection of lists found at the end of Skáldskaparmál, a section of Snorri Sturluson’s Prose Edda. Nafnaþulur translates to “the enumeration of names” in Old Norse
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Skáldskaparmál (pronounced: SKAHLD-ska-par-mahl) means “The Language of Poetry” in Old Norse. It is a part of Snorra Edda or Prose Edda, which was written by the Icelandic poet Snorri Sturluson
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Brynhildr (pronounced BRIN-hil-der) stands as one of the most renowned Valkyries, symbolizing intense courage and fate intertwined. Known also as Brünnhilde in Germanic sources, Brynhildr’s name means “armored battle” or
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The Valkyries, also known as “Valkyrjur” in Old Norse, play a central role in guiding the souls of fallen warriors. They are divine maidens who serve Odin, tasked with selecting
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