The Mead of Inspiration

Mead is mentioned frequently in Odinic myths and other bodies of writing related to Odinism, and as we know (and sometimes enjoy), it is also in evidence at Odinist gatherings etc. Many Odinists brew their own mead and in many ways it would be a fair observation to say that mead drinking has become a part of Odinist practice in some instances.

Another Site Reclaimed!

On a small mound, some yards from Cottington Road in the Cliffsend area of Thanet, Kent, stands a stone monument known as St. Augustine's Cross. The 'Celtic Style' cross bears an inscription which des­cribes the landing of this alien monk at nearby Richborough, where he "---on this spot met Ethelbert and preached his first sermon to our countrymen. A.D. 596".

Re-membering the Wheel of the Year – Part 4

Re-membering the Wheel of the Year – Part 3

July, August, September

Re-membering the Wheel of the Year – Part 2

April, May and June

Re-membering the Wheel of the Year – Part 1

In recent times, 'new physics' has shown that the whole exists within the part just as much as the part exists within the whole. In quantum physics, this is known as holographic theory. Of course, our ancestors knew this principle well and Odinic mythology consistently shows this truth.

CREATION

Every spiritual culture has a Creation myth. The reason for the Creation myth is based upon the establishment of one's identity. As Odinists, Creation is central to establishing our Identity and understanding the beliefs and practices which stem from our ancestral lore.

Runes – The Materials and Methods Employed in Rune Making

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One of the ways of becoming acquainted with the Runes is to make a set for yourself, and there are a variety of materials that can be used for this purpose.

Runes – A basic intro to the Runes

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The Runes are, at their most basic level, as described here. However, just as you are a unique individual, their relationships with you are also unique. If you wish to explore these relationships and how you interact with each Rune, then you must explore the Runes, one at a time, and have no regard for other people's explanations.

INCREASED HEARING THROUGH SILENCE

An important part of the practices which advance us along this path, is training our mind to be focused, to ``listen`` to the inner wisdom of true intuition and not be directed outward only so that we chase external stimulus and react to these with random thoughts.

Rigsthula: Evolution Of Spiritual Awareness

Often it is noticed that scholars look at our ancient texts as dry pieces of literature that relates historical information without any feeling or spiritual introspection. This is true of the Rigsthula.

‘DEATH’

Fogmoon heralds the strangest point in the year when much of nature’s physicality has apparently ‘died’ and ‘gone to ground.’ The veil between the worlds of ‘past,’ ‘present,’ and ‘future’ seems very thin. This cold, dark time, when Sunna sinks to her lowest point at Yule and is~ then ‘reborn’ at Mother Night is a yearly Ragnarok for nature replete with customs and mythology, reflecting its enduring power within our consciousness.