Norse Paganism: A Complete Guide to Norse Mythology and Ancient Magic Rituals (A Contemporary Heathen’s Guide to Spiritual Insights and the Secrets of Norse Mythology)

Learn more about the two main pantheons of gods, the aesir and the vanir, and the jotnar. Discover how the norse world was created and the fascinating history of each god through archaeological and etymological sources.This book is dedicated to showing you how you can incorporate the beauty, power, and mysteries of the norse universe into your life. You will learn about the roles of the gods, the runic alphabet that the universe revealed to odin after the sacrifice of his eye, prayers to the gods, and how to create altars.In this book, you will:Learn everything you need to know about norse paganism or asatru.Find out if heathenry is different from asatru.Learn who the aesir and vanir deities are and how they were connected.Explore how asatru is connected with nature and what the land spirits or vaettir are.Read about who the jotuns are.Understand the various heathen rituals, festivals, and commemorative days, including how rituals are conducted on a personal and large-scale level.Artfully retelling the fascinating sagas and stories from the depths of norse culture, this insightful book explores the wonders of norse paganism and mythology, recounting the old legends and magic that continue to capture the imagination of scholars and historians to this day.Inside, you'll join the norse pantheon and witness the feats and escapades of their many gods and goddesses, you'll encounter the intriguing norse system of cosmology, and you'll uncover the fascinating meaning behind ragnarok and the infamous viking end of the world. Plus, with a down-to-earth look at norse shamanism and old spells, you'll learn how to recreate their ancient magical rituals and apply them to your own life.