Othin is the great ancestral god of the Germanic peoples, most known for his authority over warfare, wisdom, and divine inspiration. He has hundreds of names and faces, only some of which are well remembered in the modern mind such as Odin, Wotan, and Woden. In the Norse poem Grímnismál, Othin (in the form of... Continue Reading →
Constructing and Maintaining an Altar for Odin
This process is something that is done differently by almost everyone, as there has never existed a pan-Pagan dogma regarding this type of activity. However, most would agree that when constructing an altar in the Germanic fashion, there are 4 main pieces to consider. These 4 pieces we will cover here along with other ideas... Continue Reading →
New Book Out Now!
New book "Wandering the Runic Path: Esoteric Analysis of the Germanic Runes" out now! Hailaz "This book is meant to help guide the runic adept through various untrodden paths regarding the runes and their use in esoteric Pagan practice. Through many avenues such as language, myth, religious comparison, and thorough analysis, one can expand the... Continue Reading →
Hailaz
“Hailaz” is not some metal gimmick or Brosatru greeting. Hailaz means “healthy, whole, complete, unbroken.” This is what all beings should strive for in life. If one suffers, we all suffer. Hailaz / Namaste
Imbolc
We’re very happy to share this new song with you dedicated to the Winter goddess and in honor of Imbolc. May all beings feel peace, clarity, and the emerging spark of life within. Lyrics: Hagalaz ᚺLaguz ᛚIsa ᛁPerthro ᛈ WintragaldrWintraswogizTekana sa kaldazIn wega! HailazHailazWintramoðer HailazHailazIn wega! https://youtu.be/MTIdMIC4W10
Gothic Language Book Recommendation
For those interested in Germanic Paganism, this is an excellent source for poetry and devotional hymns in the Gothic language. This includes songs and invocations to archaic forms of Odin, Thor, Freyr, Frigga, and many other familiar divinities. Although these are modern pieces, they hold within them a genuine love and respect for the Pagan... Continue Reading →
The Sacred Oak of the Ansuz Society
The Ansuz Society sacred Oak tree dedicated to the Thunder God. We bow to the supreme wrathful protector of man and Earth. May all beings be shielded by strength and certainty. Hailaz / Namaste
Ending the Futhark With Dagaz
We end the Futhark with Dagaz (ᛞ) because we believe that after one realizes the true Self, represented by Othala (ᛟ), one can then “break the cycle” of saṃsāra, like the breaking of dawn on a new day. This process of enlightenment is represented by Dagaz. In reality, whether you end with Othala or Dagaz, one... Continue Reading →