Asatru is rooted in the ancient beliefs of the Norse and Germanic peoples. These beliefs centered on a pantheon of gods, including Odin, Thor, and Freyja, who governed various aspects of life and nature. Ancestor worship played a significant role, with reverence given to those who came before. The cycle of seasons, the sacredness of nature, and the importance of honor and bravery guided daily life. Myths and sagas, passed down through generations, preserved these values and stories, forming the foundation of Asatru today.
Helheim, sometimes spelled Hel or Helheimr, is the realm of the dead in Norse tradition. Located in the deepest part of the Nine Worlds, it lies far from the light […]
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Midgard, also known as Miðgarðr, is the realm of humans. It lies at the center of the universe, surrounded by vast oceans, and protected by a giant serpent named Jörmungandr,
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Natural cycles play a key role in shaping the beliefs of Asatru. These cycles reflect the constant interplay between life and death, light and darkness, and the seasons’ rhythms. From
The Bifrost Bridge, also called Bilröst or Ásbrú, is a central element in Norse mythology. It is described as a shimmering rainbow bridge connecting Midgard (the realm of humans) to
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Níðhöggr (also spelled Nidhogg or Nidhug) is a powerful and malevolent dragon (or serpent) in Norse mythology. It resides at the base of Yggdrasil, the World Tree, gnawing at its
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Asgard (Ásgarðr) is the realm of the Æsir, one of the two main groups of gods in Norse mythology. It serves as the home of deities such as Odin, Thor,
Yggdrasil, the World Tree, is central to Norse mythology and a symbol of cosmic order. Often depicted as a great ash tree, it connects the Nine Realms of existence. These
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In Norse mythology, the Nine Realms represent the cosmic structure of the universe, all interconnected by Yggdrasil, the World Tree. Each realm has unique characteristics and beings who inhabit it.
Hel, the Norse goddess and the realm she rules over, plays a vital role in the mythology and beliefs central to Asatru. She is the daughter of the trickster god
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