Norse Paganism: Its Fascinating Origins and How to Practice Today

Vikings. Valhalla. Thor and Odin. I’ll bet you are at least partially familiar with these words. And, if you’ve come here from a Google search, you likely are interested in exploring the topic of Norse Paganism. I’d first like to start by saying that in no way am I affiliated …

Disablot: Honoring Ancestral Goddesses, Valkyries, and Norns

To our ancient ancestors in Scandinavia, the earth was alive and teeming with spirits. There were spirits of the land, gods and goddesses in the sky, and ancestors all around us. Our primitive, powerful male ancestors were the Alfar who lived in the mounds. And our nurturing, yet sometimes vengeful …

Othala Rune Meaning and Ways to Harness Its Ancestral Energy

In this day and age, many of us go about our lives looking to the future. We imagine where we might be in the next decade or two. And imagine if our children will have children. Where they might be and the things they might accomplish. This is our legacy. …

Meaning of the Valknut: Odin’s Symbol PLUS Valknut Tattoos

I wear my Valknut to invoke power and to feel the Allfather’s protection around me. It reminds me of my search for wisdom and strength. As I believe it would for many who walk the Norse pagan path, and in particular those who are devotees of Odin. Unfortunately, there are …

Angrboda in Norse Mythology: Witch, Seer, Mother of Monsters

A seriously underrated yet powerful goddess is Angrboda in Norse mythology. Like her allies, Angrboda doesn’t get enough press in the Norse Eddas and Sagas, although she should, and she is seriously misunderstood. She is a giantess, a witch of the wood, a seeress, and a mother. She is called …