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.
Sigmund (pronounced SIG-moond), a legendary figure in Norse mythology , was the son of King Völsung. He appears prominently in the Völsunga Saga, a medieval Icelandic text detailing the history […]
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The Völsung Clan (pronounced VOHL-soong) is one of the most revered families. This clan descended directly from Odin, the Allfather, which made them a symbol of divine favor and strength.
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Hjördis (pronounced: HYOR-dis) was a noblewoman known for her wisdom, courage, and her role as the mother of the great hero Sigurd. As the daughter of King Eylimi (AY-lee-mee), she
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Bárnstokkr (pronounced BARN-stok-kr) is a legendary tree central to the Völsunga saga, a key narrative in Norse mythology . The name translates to “child’s trunk” or “offspring tree,” with bárn
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King Völsung (pronounced VOHL-sung; Old Norse spelling: Vǫlsungr) is a legendary figure in Norse mythology . He is the patriarch of the Völsung family, which plays a central role in
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Gleipnir (GLAYP-neer), crafted by dwarves in Norse mythology , is a magical chain used to bind the wolf Fenrir (FEN-reer). The name translates to “open one” or “entangler” in Old
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Ótr (pronounced OH-ter, with a rolled r) appears in tales such as the Völsunga saga and Skáldskaparmál. Ótr, meaning “otter” in Old Norse, was a dwarf known for his unique
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Trolls (pronounced trohlz) appear in many stories across Scandinavia. The Old Norse word troll refers to creatures with supernatural strength. Trolls are known for their connection to wild nature and
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Shieldmaidens (pronounced SHEELD-may-dens) were women who took up arms and fought alongside male warriors in ancient Scandinavian societies. The Old Norse term for shieldmaiden is skjaldmær (pronounced SKYALD-mair), which combines
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