Seiðr is a form of magic and divination rooted in ancient practices. Practitioners of seiðr, often called seiðkona (female) or seiðmenn (male), engage in rituals to tap into the spiritual […]
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Sigrblót, also known as Summer Finding or Sumarsdag, marks the transition from winter to summer in Asatru. This celebration honors the lengthening days and the return of warmth. For the
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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 deeply influence Norse beliefs, reflecting life’s constant shifts. These cycles, often personified as gods or forces, embody birth, death, and renewal. Nature’s shifts in seasons, day and night,
Yggdrasil, pronounced “IGG-drah-sill,” stands as the immense World Tree connecting all realms. The tree’s roots and branches reach across the nine worlds, supporting life, wisdom, and unity. The Poetic Edda
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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. Understanding these realms
Snorri Sturluson, also spelled Snorre or Snorri Sturlason, is one of the most significant figures in preserving Norse mythology and Icelandic history. Born in 1179, Snorri was an Icelandic historian,
The Mythology The Poetic Edda is a collection of ancient Norse poems that form the foundation of Viking mythology and belief. Written down in the 13th century, these poems were
The Definitive Guide to Norse Mythology The Prose Edda, sometimes called the Younger Edda or Snorri’s Edda, serves as a vital source for Norse mythology and early Scandinavian poetics. Icelandic
