Pantheon - The Norse

by Morgan Daimler author of Irish Paganism and Gods and Goddesses of Ireland

Overview

Pantheon - The Norse explores the beliefs and practices found within Heathenry including a look at cosmology and various celebrations. It also discusses the gods and spirits that are acknowledged within the belief system giving brief descriptions of each and how they were and are understood. Designed as an introduction to the Norse pantheon, this book will guide beginners into a basic understanding of the beliefs and offer further suggested resources for those who want to dive deeper.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781789041422
Publisher:	Collective Ink
Publication date:	04/29/2022
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	152
Sales rank:	303,423
File size:	397 KB

About the Author

Morgan Daimler is a blogger, poet, teacher of esoteric subjects, witch, and priestess of the Daoine Maithe. Morgan is a prolific pagan writer, having published more than a dozen books under Moon Books alone, and she is one of the world's foremost experts on all things Fairy. She lives in CT.

Table of Contents

Author's Note 1

Introduction 3

Part I

Chapter 1 History 5

Chapter 2 Mythology 8

Chapter 3 Cosmology 13

Chapter 4 Ritual 24

Chapter 5 Celebrations & Prayers 31

Chapter 6 Norse Magic 48

Chapter 7 Taking it Home 59

Part II

Chapter 8 Gods & Goddess 67

Chapter 9 Other Spirits 100

Conclusion 121

Appendix A Terms 123

Appendix B Recommended Reading 126

Endnotes 128

Bibliography 133

Editorial Reviews

02/28/2022

The Norse pantheon comes alive in this edifying introduction to heathenry by Daimler (Odin). The author, a witch, offers an overview of the gods, history, and beliefs of Norse heathen mythology, including the immense tree Yggdrasil that holds up the nine worlds; Ragnarök, the prophesied end of the world; and “wyrd,” a concept roughly equivalent to fate. The author notes that, though “heathenry is a diverse spiritual movement” and religious rituals are flexible among practitioners, all rituals involve reciprocity in honoring the gods and providing offerings: “Things should be in balance and... therefore a gift requires a gift in return.” Encyclopedic descriptions provide background on the many gods known collectively as the Aesir and on related spirits, such as the Valkyries that transport dead warriors to Valhalla and the Norns that influence one’s luck. The author also advises on how to live out heathenry’s values, suggesting that one act with honor, learn about one’s ancestors, and devote a place in one’s home to praising the gods. Daimler does a commendable job of covering key concepts with the verve of a hip professor, though some may be disappointed by the brevity of her treatment of modern heathenry. Newcomers to the tradition would do well to start here. (May)

Publishers Weekly

This book represents heathenry and its core beliefs with as much scholarship as it can muster - a smooth read, with clear prose. — Patricia Lafayllve, author of Freya, Lady, Vanadis and A Practical Heathen's Guide to Asatru

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