“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 →
Freedom, Change, Blame
Life’s hard for everyone, and chances are, lots of people are experiencing more dire issues than ourselves; all the while continuing to perform highly and exhibit love and respect toward their fellow man. Be the latter and conquer the obstacles you need to in life. Don’t compare yourself to others and do not make excuses... Continue Reading →
New Book “Freyr’s Aett” Now Available!
This book is the first of a 3-part analysis of the deeper meanings hidden within the runes of the Elder Futhark. Through various avenues of mythology, language, and history, we will expand the scope and meanings present in each rune as it moves through time and culture. We will explore well known runic theories, as... Continue Reading →
Focus, Compassion, Development
How many cataclysms happen within the seed before it sprouts, how many obstacles before the flower blooms? Keep your head up, focus on your goals. Be kind to your fellow man. We all struggle, we all experience suffering. There’s no need to add to this Karmic weight. The war is against ourselves, not the world.... Continue Reading →
Try Not to Limit Yourself to -ists and -isms
Single words can sum up no one. The truly wise can bleed from one -ism into the next; be many -ists at once. As long as one is able to understand different points of view and penetrate into the deeper truths below the surface of alternative traditions, one can break free of the “box” that the... Continue Reading →