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*NEW PODCAST EPISODE*
The Fyrgen Podcast - Episode 11: Folkish Religion with Hwitgeard
Available now for Patreon, SubscribeStar and Substack supporters.
I'm joined by Hwitgeard, an expert in the old Germanic languages and a man highly knowledgeable of European religion and political philosophy. We solidify the reasoning for Paganism as the folk religion of Europeans and discuss the pitfalls of Atheism, Judeo-Christianity and the bizarre claim that Europeans are the true Israelites. Hwitgeard also assists with the riddle at the end.
Find Hwitgeard on Telegram.
Visit fyrgen.com for links, information and an archive of past episodes.
The Fyrgen Podcast - Episode 11: Folkish Religion with Hwitgeard
Available now for Patreon, SubscribeStar and Substack supporters.
I'm joined by Hwitgeard, an expert in the old Germanic languages and a man highly knowledgeable of European religion and political philosophy. We solidify the reasoning for Paganism as the folk religion of Europeans and discuss the pitfalls of Atheism, Judeo-Christianity and the bizarre claim that Europeans are the true Israelites. Hwitgeard also assists with the riddle at the end.
Find Hwitgeard on Telegram.
Visit fyrgen.com for links, information and an archive of past episodes.
Be Keepers of the Flame
Academic research helps us to understand an important side of an argument; however, as a religion, our spiritual side is of equal importance. Without researching the past nor looking through ancestral attestations, our traditions are rootless & fragmented. The sources are key, but understanding them can be complicated, which is why we benefit from thorough discussions. It’s key to have educational outlets & resources for our folk to learn. Setting a high standard is vital & should not be compromised. We focus on source-backed education, as that’s the root to understanding our past. There was a reason the Priests were the first destroyed - they were the keepers of knowledge. The three pillars to a faith are lore, ritual, & law, which allows a culture to develop within a structured environment. We want to see our folk have a living tradition, rooted in the past, to give the next generation a better chance.
~ based off the words of Kyle Davis
https://linktr.ee/TheFrithstead
Academic research helps us to understand an important side of an argument; however, as a religion, our spiritual side is of equal importance. Without researching the past nor looking through ancestral attestations, our traditions are rootless & fragmented. The sources are key, but understanding them can be complicated, which is why we benefit from thorough discussions. It’s key to have educational outlets & resources for our folk to learn. Setting a high standard is vital & should not be compromised. We focus on source-backed education, as that’s the root to understanding our past. There was a reason the Priests were the first destroyed - they were the keepers of knowledge. The three pillars to a faith are lore, ritual, & law, which allows a culture to develop within a structured environment. We want to see our folk have a living tradition, rooted in the past, to give the next generation a better chance.
~ based off the words of Kyle Davis
https://linktr.ee/TheFrithstead
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Links to the first 10 Fyrgen Podcast episodes, for your listening pleasure:
Episode 1: Why Paganism?
Episode 2: Practicing Paganism
Episode 3: The Power Process
Episode 4: The Northman
Episode 5: Divine Encounters
Episode 6: The Coming Battle
Episode 7: Restoring Pride with Mimir's Brunnr
Episode 8: Gnostic Paganism with John Lamb Lash & Rob Miller
Episode 9: Grand Humanism with Stephen McNallen
Episode 10: Ask Me Anything
All support, shares and comments are much appreciated.
Episode 1: Why Paganism?
Episode 2: Practicing Paganism
Episode 3: The Power Process
Episode 4: The Northman
Episode 5: Divine Encounters
Episode 6: The Coming Battle
Episode 7: Restoring Pride with Mimir's Brunnr
Episode 8: Gnostic Paganism with John Lamb Lash & Rob Miller
Episode 9: Grand Humanism with Stephen McNallen
Episode 10: Ask Me Anything
All support, shares and comments are much appreciated.
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This one is for our women. Do you want to be the one on the left or the right?
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The Folcsida Ġerímbóc: Part 7
Monday, or Mónandæġ
Linguistically, Monday comes from Proto-Indo-European *mḗh₁n̥s, meaning both moon & month, but probably derived from a suffixed form of the root *meh₁-, to measure (dare we speculate the measurer?) This evolved into the Proto-Germanic *mēnô, then Proto-West Germanic *mānini, before settling into the Old English’s móna; all three meaning moon. All forms are masculine, as within the Germanic pantheon, Móna (the Norse Máni) is male. It’s believed that Móna is the son of Léod (the Norse Lóðurr) & Sól. He guides the path of the moon & controls its waxing and waning. His path is beneath Ósġeard & he carries thorn-rods, called limu (ON Limar). Móna is the lord of the Hetas (ON Heiptir), & it’s to him that one must pray against hate.
Gylfaginning 11, Haustlaung 14, Völuspá 5, Hávamál 137, Investigations into Germanic Mythology vol. 1 ch. 70, 71, 91
https://linktr.ee/TheFrithstead
Monday, or Mónandæġ
Linguistically, Monday comes from Proto-Indo-European *mḗh₁n̥s, meaning both moon & month, but probably derived from a suffixed form of the root *meh₁-, to measure (dare we speculate the measurer?) This evolved into the Proto-Germanic *mēnô, then Proto-West Germanic *mānini, before settling into the Old English’s móna; all three meaning moon. All forms are masculine, as within the Germanic pantheon, Móna (the Norse Máni) is male. It’s believed that Móna is the son of Léod (the Norse Lóðurr) & Sól. He guides the path of the moon & controls its waxing and waning. His path is beneath Ósġeard & he carries thorn-rods, called limu (ON Limar). Móna is the lord of the Hetas (ON Heiptir), & it’s to him that one must pray against hate.
Gylfaginning 11, Haustlaung 14, Völuspá 5, Hávamál 137, Investigations into Germanic Mythology vol. 1 ch. 70, 71, 91
https://linktr.ee/TheFrithstead
The Folcsida Ġerímbóc: Part 8
Tuesday, or Tíwesdæġ
Linguistically, Tuesday comes from Proto-Indo-European *deywós, meaning god. This evolved into the Proto-Germanic *Tīwaz, also god. The Anglo-Saxon used Tíw, which also means god, but carried with it the identity of a specific deity. Spelling variations include Tuu, Tír, Tíġ, & Tí. What’s interesting, is the Tír also means glory & honor. The Anglo-Saxon rune poem states that “Tír is a guiding star; well does it keep faith with princes; it’s ever on its course over the mists of night and never fails”, while Hadrian’s wall carries the innoscription, Deo Mars Thincsus, ‘god Mars of the Thing’ A common practice was to inscribe the Tíw rune ᛏ on weapons. It’s likely, that Tíw is a Battle-Priest who protects & guides the folk before conflict, protects the Þings & Hofs from harm (as Þings were under the jurisdiction of the Hof). This shines extra light on when Tíw sacrificed his hand to Fenneswulf, to protect his godkin.
https://linktr.ee/TheFrithstead
Tuesday, or Tíwesdæġ
Linguistically, Tuesday comes from Proto-Indo-European *deywós, meaning god. This evolved into the Proto-Germanic *Tīwaz, also god. The Anglo-Saxon used Tíw, which also means god, but carried with it the identity of a specific deity. Spelling variations include Tuu, Tír, Tíġ, & Tí. What’s interesting, is the Tír also means glory & honor. The Anglo-Saxon rune poem states that “Tír is a guiding star; well does it keep faith with princes; it’s ever on its course over the mists of night and never fails”, while Hadrian’s wall carries the innoscription, Deo Mars Thincsus, ‘god Mars of the Thing’ A common practice was to inscribe the Tíw rune ᛏ on weapons. It’s likely, that Tíw is a Battle-Priest who protects & guides the folk before conflict, protects the Þings & Hofs from harm (as Þings were under the jurisdiction of the Hof). This shines extra light on when Tíw sacrificed his hand to Fenneswulf, to protect his godkin.
https://linktr.ee/TheFrithstead
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The Folcsida Ġerímbóc: Part 9
Wednesday, or Wódnesdæġ
Linguistically, Wednesday comes from Proto-Indo-European *weh₂t-, excited, inspired, possessed, raging. The Pre-Germanic *Wātós, rage, manic inspiration, or divine poetic frenzy. The late Proto-Germanic *wódanaz, held the same meaning; however, he was known as the head deity. The Anglo-Saxons called him Wóden. Interestingly, modern English doesn’t continue the Old English Wódnesdæġ, but Old Frisian Wednesdei (the Old Frisians called him Wéda). A point of note, Modern English’s 2nd closest linguistic relative is Frisian. Wóden, our highest god, is the inspiring one, the giver of Gást, our breath, spirit, soul, which includes our Hama, our spiritual skin. The giver of life to Ash & Elm, the first Germanic man & woman. He is the god of knowledge, wisdom, & war. The god who took up the runes & knows the sacred ġealdor. The husband of Fríġe & father of many gods. Wóden has the ravens, Hyġ & Myne, the mind & the longing, & the two wolves, Ġera & Freca.
Wednesday, or Wódnesdæġ
Linguistically, Wednesday comes from Proto-Indo-European *weh₂t-, excited, inspired, possessed, raging. The Pre-Germanic *Wātós, rage, manic inspiration, or divine poetic frenzy. The late Proto-Germanic *wódanaz, held the same meaning; however, he was known as the head deity. The Anglo-Saxons called him Wóden. Interestingly, modern English doesn’t continue the Old English Wódnesdæġ, but Old Frisian Wednesdei (the Old Frisians called him Wéda). A point of note, Modern English’s 2nd closest linguistic relative is Frisian. Wóden, our highest god, is the inspiring one, the giver of Gást, our breath, spirit, soul, which includes our Hama, our spiritual skin. The giver of life to Ash & Elm, the first Germanic man & woman. He is the god of knowledge, wisdom, & war. The god who took up the runes & knows the sacred ġealdor. The husband of Fríġe & father of many gods. Wóden has the ravens, Hyġ & Myne, the mind & the longing, & the two wolves, Ġera & Freca.
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The Folcsida Ġerímbóc: Part 10
Thursday, or Þunresdæġ
Linguistically, Thursday comes from Proto-Indo-European * (s)tenh₂-, to thunder. In Proto-Germanic, it’s *Þunraz, still meaning thunder, but also the god we know today. To the Anglo-Saxons, he was Þunor. The Old English form of Thursday was þursdæġ. The proper word was þunresdæġ, as in Þunor’s day, but interestingly, þursdæġ is either a contracted form of þunresdæġ, from Old Norse’s Þorsdagr, or from Old Danish’s Þúrsdag. Given the linguistic similarities, we’re left to speculate. Þunor is The Thunderer; known for his strength & powerful hammer, possibly known to the Anglo-Saxons as Mylden. His hammer delivers crushing defeat to the enemy Eotanas. He blesses the crops, sanctifies births & marriages, & protects middanġeard. He’s married to Sibb, the Ylf of affinity, as her name means kinship. The tales of Þunor are numerous & today, Heathens of all sorts wear his mylden as a sign of religious belief & Tréow to the gods.
https://linktr.ee/TheFrithstead
Thursday, or Þunresdæġ
Linguistically, Thursday comes from Proto-Indo-European * (s)tenh₂-, to thunder. In Proto-Germanic, it’s *Þunraz, still meaning thunder, but also the god we know today. To the Anglo-Saxons, he was Þunor. The Old English form of Thursday was þursdæġ. The proper word was þunresdæġ, as in Þunor’s day, but interestingly, þursdæġ is either a contracted form of þunresdæġ, from Old Norse’s Þorsdagr, or from Old Danish’s Þúrsdag. Given the linguistic similarities, we’re left to speculate. Þunor is The Thunderer; known for his strength & powerful hammer, possibly known to the Anglo-Saxons as Mylden. His hammer delivers crushing defeat to the enemy Eotanas. He blesses the crops, sanctifies births & marriages, & protects middanġeard. He’s married to Sibb, the Ylf of affinity, as her name means kinship. The tales of Þunor are numerous & today, Heathens of all sorts wear his mylden as a sign of religious belief & Tréow to the gods.
https://linktr.ee/TheFrithstead
The Folcsida Ġerímbóc: Part 11
Friday, or Fríġedæġ
Linguistically, Fridays comes from Proto-Indo-European words, *preyH-, to love/to please & *priHós, dear/beloved & happy/free. The Proto-Germanic *frijōną continued the meaning of to love/to free, as seen in the phrase: *Þek frijō, I love you; however, the form *Frijjō was dedicated to the mother goddess & from this form that the Proto-West-Germanic *Frīju derived & the Old English Fríġe. She is the high matriarch goddess of love, daughter of Hanwer and Nyht, & our Mother Earth. She had Ingwine-Fréa & Frówe with Nyord, as well as Þunor, Bældæġ, & Heaðudéor (among others) with Wóden, the high King of Ósġeard, making her the Queen of the gods. It’s said that she knows the orlæġ of all, though she keeps her silence. Orion's Belt is known as Fríġe’s distaff or spinning wheel & the spinning of the stars is seen as her working her wheel.
https://linktr.ee/TheFrithstead
Friday, or Fríġedæġ
Linguistically, Fridays comes from Proto-Indo-European words, *preyH-, to love/to please & *priHós, dear/beloved & happy/free. The Proto-Germanic *frijōną continued the meaning of to love/to free, as seen in the phrase: *Þek frijō, I love you; however, the form *Frijjō was dedicated to the mother goddess & from this form that the Proto-West-Germanic *Frīju derived & the Old English Fríġe. She is the high matriarch goddess of love, daughter of Hanwer and Nyht, & our Mother Earth. She had Ingwine-Fréa & Frówe with Nyord, as well as Þunor, Bældæġ, & Heaðudéor (among others) with Wóden, the high King of Ósġeard, making her the Queen of the gods. It’s said that she knows the orlæġ of all, though she keeps her silence. Orion's Belt is known as Fríġe’s distaff or spinning wheel & the spinning of the stars is seen as her working her wheel.
https://linktr.ee/TheFrithstead
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Trust gut feelings. The saying refers to intuition – that feeling of instinctive understanding. Where does it come from? Perhaps the feeling is the connection we have with our orlæġ or wyrd, guiding us on our path. Today the word yarn is wool that has been spun for weaving but we also use the word to describe a tale or story, so an association here with Wyrd and the Weavers of fate. The origins of the word yarn (from the PIE *ǵʰer) means guts or intestines! The intestines of animals were often used for weaving. This is where we get ‘catgut’ from. Not the guts of cats, but short for cattle-gut. And the Waelcyrges were even known to weave fate with human guts! According to Njal’s Saga, before the Battle of Clontarf a Caithness man named Dörruðr spied twelve Waelcyrges weaving the fates of the fighting men. Their loom was made of bloodied spears – their loom-weights were severed heads and the yarns they wove were the intestines of men. Trust gut feelings.
I’ve always loved this scene. How two, of different beliefs, can simply have a conversation. 👇🏻
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The Folcsida Ġerímbóc: Part 12
Sunday, or Sunnandæġ
Linguistically, Sunday comes from Proto-Indo-European *sóh₂wl̥, meaning the sun. The Proto-Germanic *sunnǭ, Proto-West-Germanic *sunnā, & Old English sunna, all in grammatically feminine, likewise man the sun. In Germanic mythology, there are two sun goddesses, carrying the names of Sunne & Sól. It’s believed that Sunne is the wife of Háma, & close relations with Sól, Léod, Móna & Nanna.
https://linktr.ee/TheFrithstead
Sunday, or Sunnandæġ
Linguistically, Sunday comes from Proto-Indo-European *sóh₂wl̥, meaning the sun. The Proto-Germanic *sunnǭ, Proto-West-Germanic *sunnā, & Old English sunna, all in grammatically feminine, likewise man the sun. In Germanic mythology, there are two sun goddesses, carrying the names of Sunne & Sól. It’s believed that Sunne is the wife of Háma, & close relations with Sól, Léod, Móna & Nanna.
https://linktr.ee/TheFrithstead
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Luck, Wyrd, Intent, & Deeds
The ancient Anglo-Saxon word, ræd — is a perfect illustration of Teutonic psychology. When given to others, it means counsel; when applied to the luck working within the mind, it means wisdom, or a good plan, and from an ethical point of view, just and honest thoughts. But the word naturally includes the idea of success, which accompanies wise and upright devising, and on the other hand power and authority, which are the working of a sound will. Men setting about to discuss difficult matters stand in need of ræd and quickness of mind, says an Old-English writer. A rædless man is weakened by lack of will, lack of power and lack of self-assertion.
― Vilhelm Grønbech, The Culture of the Teutons: Volume 1
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The ancient Anglo-Saxon word, ræd — is a perfect illustration of Teutonic psychology. When given to others, it means counsel; when applied to the luck working within the mind, it means wisdom, or a good plan, and from an ethical point of view, just and honest thoughts. But the word naturally includes the idea of success, which accompanies wise and upright devising, and on the other hand power and authority, which are the working of a sound will. Men setting about to discuss difficult matters stand in need of ræd and quickness of mind, says an Old-English writer. A rædless man is weakened by lack of will, lack of power and lack of self-assertion.
― Vilhelm Grønbech, The Culture of the Teutons: Volume 1
https://linktr.ee/TheFrithstead
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A portion of our Luck is inherited.
The lives of our blood-kin are intertwined.
Wyrd’s web entwines us.
“The ancient view of life leads thought beyond the individual; one always looks among family to find the sources of his will and fate. The honor he bequeaths to his children, with the prayer to have it raised on high like a banner in the light, is his share of the honour which all the kinsmen combine to guard and unite in enjoying. The parents’ eye is gladdened when they see themselves and their kinsmen in their children, when they “see the luck of the family” in their children.”
― Vilhelm Grønbech, The Culture of the Teutons: Volume 1
https://linktr.ee/TheFrithstead
The lives of our blood-kin are intertwined.
Wyrd’s web entwines us.
“The ancient view of life leads thought beyond the individual; one always looks among family to find the sources of his will and fate. The honor he bequeaths to his children, with the prayer to have it raised on high like a banner in the light, is his share of the honour which all the kinsmen combine to guard and unite in enjoying. The parents’ eye is gladdened when they see themselves and their kinsmen in their children, when they “see the luck of the family” in their children.”
― Vilhelm Grønbech, The Culture of the Teutons: Volume 1
https://linktr.ee/TheFrithstead
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You are the Elders, now.
You are the Library.
Hand down your traditions
To the next generation.
Blessings to all! 🍺😇🙏
Artwork: “Viking Chieftain” by bnolin on DeviantArt
https://www.deviantart.com/bnolin/art/Viking-Chieftain-179230923
You are the Library.
Hand down your traditions
To the next generation.
Blessings to all! 🍺😇🙏
Artwork: “Viking Chieftain” by bnolin on DeviantArt
https://www.deviantart.com/bnolin/art/Viking-Chieftain-179230923
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* UPDATE *
This past year has been a journey; one I’ve throughly enjoyed. When projects begin, there is always high levels of hope, optimism, & excitement. Then, reality hits, you wake up, re-evaluate things, & discover what will & will not manifest. The issue always boils down to lack of time. I’ve offerd the The Frithstead and Leornung Folcsprǽċ Telegram channels, a Facebook page, YouTube videos, Spotify, & released two published works (Trúnaðarbók & Late West Saxon Pronunciation). By now, it should be evident that YouTube & Spotify has fallen away & Facebook is an afterthought. Going forward, the two Telegram channels & future books will be the primary focus. My original research posts are my thoughts expressed over morning coffee, which ‘oft comes with interruptions, so forgive the occasional breaks in my various research series. Research continues & new books are being written. Folcsida is growing & I appreciate the support. Click the link & see what’s offered: https://linktr.ee/TheFrithstead.
This past year has been a journey; one I’ve throughly enjoyed. When projects begin, there is always high levels of hope, optimism, & excitement. Then, reality hits, you wake up, re-evaluate things, & discover what will & will not manifest. The issue always boils down to lack of time. I’ve offerd the The Frithstead and Leornung Folcsprǽċ Telegram channels, a Facebook page, YouTube videos, Spotify, & released two published works (Trúnaðarbók & Late West Saxon Pronunciation). By now, it should be evident that YouTube & Spotify has fallen away & Facebook is an afterthought. Going forward, the two Telegram channels & future books will be the primary focus. My original research posts are my thoughts expressed over morning coffee, which ‘oft comes with interruptions, so forgive the occasional breaks in my various research series. Research continues & new books are being written. Folcsida is growing & I appreciate the support. Click the link & see what’s offered: https://linktr.ee/TheFrithstead.
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This artwork by Graman was created for my new documentary film "The World Tree which Grows from Hell"
Through comparative mythology we can reconstruct the earliest Indo-European beliefs about the cosmos and the afterlife as far as 6000 years back. but Indo-European religion has many features in common with Siberian and Native American religions too. These three groups all share common ancestry from an ice-age population called Ancient North Eurasians, so we can even reconstruct cosmological beliefs of a Siberian people 20,000 years ago! This film helps you to understand the most ancient and fundamental pagan beliefs concerning death, the underworld and reincarnation.
Through comparative mythology we can reconstruct the earliest Indo-European beliefs about the cosmos and the afterlife as far as 6000 years back. but Indo-European religion has many features in common with Siberian and Native American religions too. These three groups all share common ancestry from an ice-age population called Ancient North Eurasians, so we can even reconstruct cosmological beliefs of a Siberian people 20,000 years ago! This film helps you to understand the most ancient and fundamental pagan beliefs concerning death, the underworld and reincarnation.
Rise Above
How should we present ourselves when we stand before the gods? Our dress communicates to the world & is amplified when we stand before our gods. This isn’t saying we can’t wear causal clothes in private settings within our inner circles, but with a major blót or social gatherings with collective ritual, we should present ourselves in the best light. It speaks to our character. “Dressing up” shows class, self-respect, & maturity. This isn’t an elitist perspective nor arrogant drivel, but a call that hearkens back to who we are as a folk - noble & proud. The wearing of heavy metal shirts & dirty jeans to a religious event speaks a lot
about who we are. There’s a time and a place. If we’re with friends, this attire is acceptable, but you wouldn’t wear this to weddings or funerals? So why would you think it acceptable to wear before the gods & folk during an important event? Rise above the status quo of the current age & tap into our folk-soul. Be more & do more
https://linktr.ee/TheFrithstead
How should we present ourselves when we stand before the gods? Our dress communicates to the world & is amplified when we stand before our gods. This isn’t saying we can’t wear causal clothes in private settings within our inner circles, but with a major blót or social gatherings with collective ritual, we should present ourselves in the best light. It speaks to our character. “Dressing up” shows class, self-respect, & maturity. This isn’t an elitist perspective nor arrogant drivel, but a call that hearkens back to who we are as a folk - noble & proud. The wearing of heavy metal shirts & dirty jeans to a religious event speaks a lot
about who we are. There’s a time and a place. If we’re with friends, this attire is acceptable, but you wouldn’t wear this to weddings or funerals? So why would you think it acceptable to wear before the gods & folk during an important event? Rise above the status quo of the current age & tap into our folk-soul. Be more & do more
https://linktr.ee/TheFrithstead
Lammas, Lughnasadh, & Freyfaxi
Many today celebrate harvest festivals, such as Lammas, Lughnasadh, or Freyfaxi. Lammas, or hláfmæsse as the Anglo-Saxons called it, is a Christian observance of the eucharist, or holy communion, relating to the “Last supper” when Christ gave his disciples bread and wine during a Passover meal. It’s a day of thanksgiving & marks the blessing of the First Fruits of harvest (with a loaf to be offered to the church). Similarly, Lughnasadh, a Gaelic festival, marks the beginning of harvest season & early Irish literature indicates pre-Christian origins. The day is named after their god Lugh & traditions included the offerings of first fruits, possibly at sacred wells. It’s likely that Christians co-opted the Gaelic observance as a conversion tactic. Freyfaxi appears to be a New Age Ásatrú holiday based on Lammas & Lughnasadh, only substituting Lugh for Fréa & focusing on Hrafnkell’s horse, whom is dedicated to Fréa upon oath.
https://linktr.ee/TheFrithstead
Many today celebrate harvest festivals, such as Lammas, Lughnasadh, or Freyfaxi. Lammas, or hláfmæsse as the Anglo-Saxons called it, is a Christian observance of the eucharist, or holy communion, relating to the “Last supper” when Christ gave his disciples bread and wine during a Passover meal. It’s a day of thanksgiving & marks the blessing of the First Fruits of harvest (with a loaf to be offered to the church). Similarly, Lughnasadh, a Gaelic festival, marks the beginning of harvest season & early Irish literature indicates pre-Christian origins. The day is named after their god Lugh & traditions included the offerings of first fruits, possibly at sacred wells. It’s likely that Christians co-opted the Gaelic observance as a conversion tactic. Freyfaxi appears to be a New Age Ásatrú holiday based on Lammas & Lughnasadh, only substituting Lugh for Fréa & focusing on Hrafnkell’s horse, whom is dedicated to Fréa upon oath.
https://linktr.ee/TheFrithstead
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