May Day marks the true climax of Spring and transition into Summer in the Northern regions. During this month, lots of plants and herbs begin to emerge after the long winter, bringing a plethora of flora and fauna to the land. On May Day, many Pagans resurrect (uncover) their idols of fertility and parade them... Continue Reading →
ᚠᚢᚦᚬᚱᚴ (FUTHORC)
The Younger Futhark (Futhorc) emerged around the 8th century C.E. in Scandinavia and is comprised of 16 runes. These runes were developed from the older 24 rune system we now call the Elder Futhark. Because of this reduction in symbols, some runes inevitably absorbed others in the process, making the system more cryptic. This also... Continue Reading →
The Celto-Germanic “Wheel of the Year” According to Past and Present Pagan Customs
Samhain/Álfablót Samhain is a time when the spirits of nature, the dead, and the gods are most likely to emerge to walk amongst the living. During these days, when daylight becomes shorter and shorter, nature around us seems to die and shed its vitality, leaving trunks and branches barren, resembling bones protruding from the forest... Continue Reading →
VOLUSPO (FULL POEM / BARDIC RECITATION)
English language (Bellows translation) recitation of the poem "Voluspo" from the Poetic Edda. This poem covers the Norse conception of creation, destruction, and rebirth, as told to Othin by the Volva. Recorded by Hrukjan, October 2022. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4A81Jd5_3BY&feature=youtu.be
Protected: Further Analysis of the Eihwaz Rune
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Eagle Bindrune
From ‘Runes, Bindrunes and Hahalruna : European Sorcery and Divination’ Page. 102 The “Eagle” bindrune was created using the Proto-Germanic word Arô meaning Eagle. It consists of the runes ᚨ ᚱ ᛟ ; with inverted ᛘ runes added to enhance visualization and intent. This bindrune was made in the linear form, with additional enhancements to... Continue Reading →