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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Vili (pronounced “VEE-lee”) and Vé (pronounced “VAY”) are the two brothers of Odin, and together they hold a vital role in shaping the world. As members of the Æsir, Vili
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Jörmungandr (pronounced “YOR-moon-gahn-der”) is a colossal serpent in Norse mythology , also called the Midgard Serpent. Its name translates to “Great Beast of the Earth” or “Earth Necklace.” This name
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Sköll (pronounced “Skohl,” with a long “o”) and Hati (pronounced “Hah-tee”) are legendary wolves from Norse mythology . They are siblings, born of the giantess Angrboða (pronounced “Angr-botha”) and the
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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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Angrboða (AHNGR-boh-thah) holds a crucial role in ancient stories. Her name means “the one who brings grief” or “grief-bringer.” Alternate spellings include Angrboda and Angrboða. She is a Jötunn, a
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Fenrir (pronounced FEN-reer or FEN-rir), also known as Fenrisúlfr (FEN-ris-OOL-fr), is one of the most powerful and feared beings in existence. Born to Loki, the trickster god, and the giantess
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The Goðar (GOH-thar; singular Goði, pronounced GOH-thee) are spiritual leaders and ritual guides in Asatru (pronounced AH-sah-troo). The term Goðar derives from Old Norse and translates to “priests” or “chieftains.”
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A Moot (pronounced “moot,” rhymes with “root”) serves as a community gathering in Asatru practices. It brings people together to share wisdom, honor traditions, and strengthen bonds. Moots often occur
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