Ásatrú for Beginners: A Modern Heathen's Guide to the Ancient Northern Way
by Mathias Nordvig PhD
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Ásatrú for Beginners offers an introduction to Ásatrú, a modern neo-pagan belief system rooted in the pre-Christian religions of Scandinavia and Northern Europe. The book explores the history, values, rituals, and modern practices of Ásatrú, shedding light on its revival in the 19th century and its growing popularity in Europe and North America. The author, a Danish scholar of Norse mythology, shares personal insights and experiences from global heathen communities. Aimed at newcomers show more and those interested in Norse mythology, the book provides an accessible guide to understanding and practicing Ásatrú today. show lessTags
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Common Knowledge
- Original publication date
- 2020
- Dedication
- To my mother, Else-Julie Nordvig, a strong heathen woman.
- First words
- Defined by the belief in the ancient Norse gods, Ásatrú is also referred to as heathenry and its practitioners are called heathens.
- Last words
- (Click to show. Warning: May contain spoilers.)By speaking of this celebration of life in terms of the heathen ways, as Óðinn's wisdom or Freyja's love; by taking a pause in the fast-paced modern life in the form of a blót ritual, rune-reading, or seðr-working, modern heathens are reconnecting to an ancient, deep wisdom that we are close to forgetting today.
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- Genres
- Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, General Nonfiction
- DDC/MDS
- 293.13 — Religion Other religions Norse Mythology Mythologies Mythology--Germanic religion
- LCC
- BL860 .A87 — Philosophy, Psychology and Religion Religions. Mythology. Rationalism Religions. Mythology. Rationalism History and principles of religions European. Occidental Germanic and Norse
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- English
- Media
- Paper, Audiobook, Ebook
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