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And here is my last commission, simple Baldr and Frigg weohs, 5" tall in tulipwood for the upcoming Sumarmál event over in the US
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We just received another donation for our raffle from our amazing friends at The Irminfolk Odinist Community. These beautiful pieces of jewelry and wax candle will make a great addition to anyone's collection.
I also want to say thank you for sending books to offer during the vendor fair. You will be able to purchase these unaltered reproductions from the Norroena Library:
The Story of Burnt Njal translated by Sir George Webbe Dasent.
The Elder Edda of Saemund Sigfusson translated by Benjamin Thorpe with the Younger Edda of Snorri Sturlason translated by I. A Blackwell.
Teutonic Mythology in three volumes by Viktor Rydberg. (Volume 1 and 2)
The 9 books of Danish History by Saxo Grammaticus in two volumes translated by Oliver Elton (volume 1-2)
Don't forget to check out the Irminfolk and support their upcoming Folkish Summer Hallowing! One of the best Folkish events on the East Coast takes place every year in Pennsylvania.
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O, great Goddess,
glorious beauty!
Radiant rider,
Rays of the dawn
Easter, we embrace
And endow with gifts
Hands high,
Hearts gladdened.
On the 25th of April, we will be hosting the Director of the Norrœna Society, author of Æfinlọgr 'Book of Sedian Law,' scholar and lifelong Heathen Mark Puryear!
We will go over Mark's research into the law codes in the historical Germanic Pagan past, explorations into divine connections, how it relates to honor culture, how they relate to the faith-ways and Mark's thoughts on how they can be reimplemented in our revival and much more!
This is a show you will not want to miss, only here at Pagan Revivalism channel t.me/Pagan_Revivalism
Save the Date, 04/25/25 as we dig deeper into the ancestor's ways, so too will our revival be more faithful and true
CHAPTER III.
NORSE MYTHOLOGY COMPARED WITH THE GREEK.
"Dr. Dasent says the Norse mythology may hold its own against any other in the world. The fact that it is the religion of our forefathers ought to be enough to commend it to our attention.. "
The Religion of our Forefathers by Professor Rasmus B Anderson
https://www.gutenberg.org/files/65910/65910-h/65910-h.htm
Our next donation for our raffle is a hand-carved replica of the famous Lejre statue!
Crafted with care and precision by the incredibly talented Hix Hacks—a name you might recognize from the hit show Forged in Fire—this piece is a tribute to one of the most iconic archaeological finds from ancient Denmark.
Statue is 2" tall
Weighs 0.8 oz
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NEW EPISODE — The Bog — Praxis w/ Pagan Cyberpunk
https://hearthfireradio.com/watch?v=ekCjaZZp
Dave interviews Starkadr AKA Pagan Cyberpunk, focusing on practical questions of what we should do to revive ancestral faith and an ancestral worldview. Starkadr gives us some very useful advice in how to actually begin implementing heathenry in our lives.
According to John McKinnell, when we look for genuine heathen voices, there are three or perhaps four principle sources:
a) Mythological eddic poems
b) Skaldic verse
c) Viking Age Picture stones
d) Contemporary Christian views of Norse heathenism
Dating the material is problematic. While some of the eddic poems and skaldic verses may have been composed after the conversion of Iceland, in particular those poems preserved only in late paper manuscripts and skaldic verses incorporated into later sagas, there is little debate that on the whole, the bulk of eddic and skaldic poetry contain authentic heathen material. If the physical texts of the eddic poems can only be dated to the thirteenth century, that is not to say that the poems themselves did not originate much earlier. Eddic poetry bears all the hallmarks of oral-traditional verse, including alliteration, repetition and formulaic construction, with direct analogs in both Old English and Old High German poetry. Evidence indicates that the eddic songs are the last vestiges of the ancient oral histories of the Germanic people which Tacitus, writing in the first century AD, says “form the only record of their past,”(Germania 2), and which the Gothic historian Jordanes, writing in the sixth century, confirms, stating that “in the earliest times, they sang of the deeds of their ancestors,” (Getica, ch. 5).”
AI giving us some truth. I asked if AI considers us (the Norroena Society) folkish or inclusive and it's response was spot on. It even used folkish correctly in all regards to the term.
The Norroena Society identifies as a folkish group. Their focus is on the ancestral traditions, history, and religion of the Germanic peoples. They promote what they call "ancestral faith" or "tribal heathenry," emphasizing cultural and ethnic ties to the Germanic folk. Their approach is not universalist or inclusive in the sense of modern multiculturalism; instead, they advocate that Germanic traditions were created by and for the Germanic peoples, and that ancestry matters in the practice and preservation of these traditions.
They are often critical of universalist or eclectic forms of Heathenry, which they view as historically inaccurate and disconnected from the original tribal foundations of the religion. Their research and publications reflect a commitment to reconstructing and practicing the ancestral ways of the Northern European peoples based on history, archaeology, and lore.
If you're looking for a group that blends modern inclusivity with Heathen practice, the Norroena Society is not that group. They explicitly promote a folkish worldview rooted in ancestral and ethnic identity.
What Is FAFP?
What Is FAFP?
From Across the Fire Pit (FAFP) is a joint creative venture between writer and poet Edward England, and the Order of the Sacred Mannerbunde.
The purpose of the project is to share poetry, specifically made by England and members of the OSM, in both written and spoken format.
It is the belief of England that something is missed when poetry is simply read off the page, and in order to truly experience the depth of the furor poeticus, poetry must be spoken and heard.
A presence approaches from across the fire pit…
Substack: https://acrossthefirepit.substack.com
Truth be told, Eddic studies are not really that old, dating only back to the last decade of the 18th century, and for the entirety of that time, Snorri’s Edda has been used as the primary source to understand and interpret the old heathen Eddic and skaldic poems, despite Snorri Sturluson’s open advocacy for Christianity and adoption of the Roman Catholic worldview and history, to explain the old heathen gods and their history.
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For reference, a Timeline of THE MODERN ERA of EDDIC SCHOLARSHIP BEGINNING IN 1643 WITH THE DISCOVERY OF THE CODEX REGIUS or KING's BOOK manuscript of the Poetic Edda, including foriegn language editions of the Poetic and Prose Eddas can be found here: https://germanicmythology.com/works/eddiccollections.html
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INTO THE LABYRINTH
As is well known, the 19th century Swedish researcher and author, Viktor Rydberg devoted a great deal of his effort to mythological research and writings during the 1880s. First were the journal articles with which he began his literary pursuit in this subject, namely Sibyllinerna och Völuspá [“The Sibylline Oracles and Völuspá”], written in response to an article by the Norwegian professor of theology, later Bishop, A.C. Bang; and then Astrologien och Merlin [“Astrology and Merlin”], Rydberg’s response to Sophus Bugge, who initially took Bang's side in the debate. Both of these articles were published in the Nordisk Tidskrift [Nordic Journal], 1881.This sparked intense research into the contents of the eddic poem Völuspá, and the recognition of a chronological order, that caused him to broaden his research to include other eddic poems. As he research developed, he began to reconstruct a timeline of mythic events, inherent in the old eddic and skaldic poems. Initiallly he planned to write a critical commentary on Voluspa, which soon grew into a book, the first chapter of which would be the epic retold in a narrative format, followed by chapters explaining how he arrived at his conclusions.
In 1884, pressured to publish, Rydberg submitted two large essays to the Ny Svensk Tidskrift [New Swedish Journal] under the title Segersvärdet, Åfventyr ur Germanfolkens Mytologiska Epos [The Victory-sword, Adventure from the German People’s Mythologic Epic]. These were later published in book form in Danish translation in 1885 under the title Sejrssværdet, Æventyr fra Gotherfolkens mythologiske Epos [The Victory-sword, An Overview of the Gothic Peoples’ Mythologic Epic], supplemented by a third dissertation Til Bevisførelsen [Toward the Evidence], which contained Rydberg's evidence for two of the most important points in his conception of the epic context of the myths. In the preface to the Danish translation, Rydberg explained that the evidence would be presented in its entirety in a larger forthcoming work.
This became his magnum opus, Undersökningar i Germanisk Mythologi [Investigations into Germanic Mythology], two large volumes published in 1886 and 1889, the first of which was translated into English by Rasmus B. Anderson. A proposed German translation by Phillip B. Schweitzer came to nothing due to the translator's sudden death and a French translation that was planned by a group of scholars in Lund in 1891 was never completely realized.
In addition, Rydberg published a popular account of his mythological epic in 1887 titled Our Fathers’ Godsaga [Fädernas gudasaga] and an essay “The Heroic Saga on the Rök-stone” [Om Hjältesagan å Rökstenen], which Rydberg read upon his entry into the Royal Academy of Science, History and Antiquities in December 1891, which was subsequently published in the Academy's Handlingar [Proceedings], Vol. 31, no. 11, Stockholm 1893.
We received two more statues to add to our scavenger hunt for the kids! These were hand carved by the very talented Wessex Woodcrafts. I would like to say thank you to him for taking the job on short notice, doing a great job (very detailed), and ensuring it arrived in time for Sumarmál 2025 in the Hills!
On the left is Baldr, son of Odin and Frigg.
To his right is his mother Frigg - the mother of the gods.
The kids are going to love leaving with statues of the gods.
Make sure you check him out and support his work here:
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This year's Blaand is done!
I made it a little dryer than my other two attempts. But I think this will be received very well. It's balanced nicely, smells good, and not too strong with cinnamon. The gold always gives it a nice touch!
Our Grand Prize for Sumarmál 2025:
A Handcrafted Lyre!
We are honored to announce a truly special addition to our raffle—an authentic, handcrafted lyre has been donated for the event!
This stunning stringed instrument was built in Alaska using spruce, pine, and black walnut woods. Each piece is custom made and reflects the deep cultural significance of the lyre in early Germanic tradition—an instrument once used by skalds for storytelling, ritual, and honoring the gods.
Lyres like this typically sell for $500–$1000, and the talented craftsman behind this donation will also have one available for purchase during the vendor fair.
This is more than just an instrument—it’s a piece of our shared heritage. Don’t miss your chance to win it!
Our next items for our raffle comes to us from the craftsman at Boarlord LLC.
As a heathen craftsman, Boarlord LLC focuses his energy on providing quality leather of all kinds while aiming to keep the traditional practices alive. He has generously donated a $100 gift card and a pouch called a Pungr. Check out his page here and help support folk economy for your next purchase!
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Rasmus B. Anderson’s classic, Norse Mythology: The Religion of Our Forefathers, unveils the spiritual tapestry of ancient Scandinavia. Journey through sagas of Odin, Thor, Loki, and Freyja as Anderson deciphers the cosmology, rituals, and heroic legends that defined the Norse worldview. Grounded in the Poetic and Prose Edda, this seminal work bridges myth and history, tracing how these tales shaped art, literature, and cultural identity. A cornerstone for myth enthusiasts, Anderson’s erudite yet vivid prose preserves the legacy of a pantheon whose echoes still resonate in Western heritage.
This Hamer edition, published on the vernal equinox in 2025 under the auspices of Hamer, an Irminfolk project, is an unabridged and unaltered reproduction of Norse Mythology first published in 1875.
Available in Paperback or limited edition hardcover (150 copies.)
473 pages
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Our first item for our raffle was hand crafted by a heathen artist. This hand axe is made from a hickory handle and the head is forged from a ball pien hammer head.
Length of axe is 12"
Axe head 3.5"
Weight is 7.4 oz
Given our responses during our latest poll, I will start to post different ways you can perform the rites and rituals. Keep in mind that what we will be going over is considered theological reconstruction - a process that aims to restore religious practices to their founding principles. This involves systematically developing religious beliefs and theories backed by source material to form a practical basis for the reconstruction of the rites.
For blóts we have reconstructed the 9 parts that make it a sacred rite. These are derived from the Hávamál. First I will give the blót structure. Most of which stays the same regardless of what blót you perform. The part that changes is the biðja - the prayer.
Helga: Hallowing the grounds with the sacred need fire.
Biðja: A Prayer to the gods. Here you ask for help/protections from the chaos of the Jötuns.
Signa: perform the hammer sign over the offerings, the altar, and the people.
Blóta: Offering the sacrifices to the gods.
Senda: Sending the sacrifices by burning, hanging, drowning, or libation onto the ground.
Sóa: Cleansing which is a form of atonement, done by sprinkling blood/mead/water.
Spá: Divination by the casting of runes.
Sumbl: Toasting to the gods and kinsmen and oath making.
Loka: Ending the rite.
In later posts we will focus on each specific part to offer guidance on how it can be done.
This is our most recent interview doing a deep-dive into Germanic Cosmology!
This is a sequel and companion interview to the Who are the Gods of Germania returning with author & researcher William P. Reaves and the scholars at The Norrœna Society, Mark Puryear and Kyle Davis.
Sometimes the most profound findings of Theology are found by asking basic questions. Previously we discussed the 'Who' of Germanic Faith and in this interview we discuss the 'Where.'
I want to thank our guests for sharing their research, thoughts and theories. Stay tuned to t.me/Pagan_Revivalism for more shows and interviews going deep into ancient faiths and ways!
Gods Love You!
Chapter 1
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Introductions and origins of Germanic Cosmology
Chapter 2
0:07:39 - 1:47:35
Elements of Germanic Cosmology
Chapter 3
1:47:36 - 1:55:27
Putting it all Together
Chapter 4
1:55:28 - 2:10:00
Final Statments
Join us on March 25th at 4:00 PM EST for a special live discussion in the Telegram channel Pagan Revivalism. Author and researcher William Reaves, alongside members of The Norroena Society, will dive deep into the ancient heathen cosmology. Together, they'll unravel the fragmented myths and lost wisdom our ancestors left behind-exploring how they truly understood the world, the sacred forces around them, and their place within the great cosmic order. Don't miss this chance to gain insight into one of the most profound and misunderstood aspects of our ancestral tradition.
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I’ve placed an order for several different designs, including a black V-neck long sleeve for women and two options, navy well as black long sleeve versions for men. It’ll be about 10 days before the womens V-necks are ready since shipping takes about a week for them and the order won’t be placed until Monday. The men's shirt should be ready next week.
The design features the sacred runic formula "ALU". Yggdrasil is printed on the front, while the back showcases an image of Odin, Thor, and Freyr seated at Urd’s Well, with an Irminsul and a sunwheel included in the scene.
For any gathering you want to present a captivating aesthetic, creating an atmosphere reflective of our ancestral traditions. The procession pathway will be lined with hand-crafted banners, each bearing a distinct rune from the Elder Futhark. These rune flags will serve as symbolic markers of our heritage. As dusk falls, torches placed along the route will illuminate the banners, casting a warm, flickering light to guide participants forward. Together, the runic imagery and firelight are intended to evoke the solemn beauty of our forebears' rites as we prepare to enter the sacred space.
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What makes Viktor Rydberg's interpretation of Germanic mythology unique is twofold:
1) Using passages from the Eddic poems, Rydberg shows that the genuine heathen conception of the cosmos places Yggdrasill's three roots in the underworld, and its branches in the heavens. The underworld consists of a warm green land called Hel in the south, and a cold dismal realm called Niflhel in the north. The Bifröst bridge connects the underworld with Asgard, passing outside of the rim of the Midgard plane, as in the map above.
2. He demonstrates that the events spoken of in the Icelandic mythological poems are linked together in an epic chain of events arranged in chronological order from the creation of the world through to Ragnarok. The mythology is in effect, a history of the gods and their interactions with man. This ancient epic originated in Proto Indo-European times and afterwards developed independently in the Germanic region until the conversion to Christianity.
http://www.germanicmythology.com/viktor_rydberg/main.html
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