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 …

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 …

Sea Gods and Goddesses: Poseidon, Yemaya, Lyr and More

Water is the core of all life on this planet. We are all made up of at least sixty percent of water and therefore require it to survive. Many of our ancestors lived and thrived on the waterways: lakes, rivers, and the world’s oceans. And, just as they believed in …