A Modern Guide to Heathenry
by Galina Krasskova
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An accessible yet in-depth guide to an increasingly popular pre-Christian religious tradition of Northern Europe. Heathenry is one of the fastest growing polytheistic religious movements in the United States today. In A Modern Guide to Heathenry, listeners will have the opportunity to explore the sacred stories of the various heathen gods like Odin, Frigga, Freya, and Thor, and will be granted a look into the devotional practices of modern votaries. Blots, the most common devotional rites, show more are examined in rich detail with examples given for personal use. Additionally, listeners are introduced to the concept of wyrd, or fate, so integral to the heathen worldview. Unlike many books on heathenry, this one is not denomination-specific, nor does it seek to overwhelm the listener with unfamiliar Anglo-Saxon or Norse terminology. For Pagans who wish to learn more about the Norse deities or those who are new to heathenry or who are simply interested in learning about this unique religion, A Modern Guide to Heathenry is the perfect introduction. Those who wish to deepen their own devotional practice will find this book helpful in their own work as well. show lessTags
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Galina Krasskova is a tree-range tribalist Heathen who has been a priest of Odin for more than a decade. She is a gifted rune-master and occultist, and is heavily involved in the reconstruction of Northern Tradition shamanism. Krass-kova holds a diploma in interfaith ministry from. The New Seminary in New York City, a bachelor's in religious show more studies from Empire State. College in New York City, and a master's in religious studies through NYU, and is a member of the American Academy of Religion. She has presented at prestigious academic conferences including those held at Harvard, Fordham University, and Ohio State University. She is the author of several books, including Northern Tradition for the Solitary Practitioner and A Modern Guide to Heathenry. show less
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- Canonical title
- A Modern Guide to Heathenry
- Original title
- Exploring the Northern Tradition
- Dedication
- This book is dedicated to my mothers, Fuensanta Plaza (adopted) and Mary Ann Dabravalskas (née Hanna) (biological) and to my father, John Dabravalskas. I am, because you were, and I am grateful.
- First words
- Foreword (by Edward P. Butler): A Modern Guide to Heathenry is a book that is at once accessible to the newcomer and yet written from a perspective of intense scholarly and devotional engagement.
Preface: I'm delighted to see the publication of this new edition of what was first issued as Exploring the Northern Tradition.
Introduction: To most people, the word heathen is a pejorative, usually taken to indicate a godless or uncivilized person.
Chapter 1: There was a time when Northern Europe was completely Heathen. - Last words
- (Click to show. Warning: May contain spoilers.)They grow through personal gnosis, and through love, piety, and respect.
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- Vitta, Tatyana; Ravenswing, Susannah; Seeker, Rede; Lawrence, Jennifer; Helasblom, H.; Loptson, Dagulf
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