“The well-earned beauty well I enjoyed,
Little the wise man lacks;
So Othrörir now has up been brought
To the midst of the men of earth.”
~Hávamál 107, Bellows
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“Vel keypts litar hefi ek vel notit, fás er fróðum vant, því at Óðrerir er nú upp kominn á alda vés jaðar.”

The more paths you combine, the easier it is to get lost. The Folkish approach, by contrast, is the most direct route to reviving and maintaining ancestral faith

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People have messaged asking why I haven't posted for a little while & so infrequently, honestly, because it's bloody impossible to keep up.

The current shit-show state of England & British Isles (along with Europe as a whole) is so dire, tragic & bat shit crazy that where does one even begin?
I have posts I've done on certain events/issues, but, by the time I've written it, there 10 more awful & distressing occurrences which have happened & incensed me.

The deeply tyrannical 'government', the unfathomable rape statistics & the rapists let of scot-free because of 'cultural differences', the incredible rise in crime, the countless sea of immigrants strolling in, the consistent chipping away at our daily liberties, the parents arrested for trying to protect their children, the looming acceptance of Islamic law, the fast approaching Digital IDs, the dense swarthy clouds of AI rolling across, the total decline of Health & power of pharmaceuticals, the designed destruction & alteration of Nation's histories, the removal of cash & personal property, the level of surveillance upon us, &, don't forget, the total & utter, astonishing, disconcerting & startling & bewildering ignorance & blindness of the majority of people, all of which is incomprehensible.

So what do can one do? All I personally do, is go to the woods for archery, gardening, harvest our fruit & veg, & raise our child, because, for now, call me a coward or 'not standing up', I see no other options.
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In the far north, the Germanics have Beyla, who is commonly associated with bees.

She is a servant of Yngvi-Freyr, assisting and promoting his fertility of the land, and isn't that what bees do? When bees pollinate, they produce fruits, vegetables, seeds and nuts. Many people dont realize that fruits are pregnant flowers. The seeds inside spread by the animals that eat them, making more plants and thus aiding in the fertility of the land.

Many hanging bowls found in Viking Age contexts are identical to those found in Anglo Saxon burials.
The term awen continued to be used in Christian poetry, flowing instead from God; if these bowls were for brewing divine inspiration and wisdom, that could explain their continued use by Christian Celts. ࿋

One of the great things about Pagan Revivalism today is the internet.

Unlike previous generations, we can read & translate many ancient documents from aroundtheworld. We can observe & study many artifacts, while using programs and algorithms to translate dead languages & damaged documents. Also, and more importantly, we can use it to connect with many men & women who too heard the call to come home like you.

Though I agree the internet does have many dark & addictive aspects, it is also a tool unparalleled in making Pagan Revivalism inevitable. But like a tool it should be used for the purposes in bettering our lives & understanding. We should heed Icarus and not fly too close to the sun.

What can save the West?

Europe and America can only truly be "saved" by one thing; a return to European ancestral tradition. Christianity is not the savior, it never was. It was always the spirit of the Germanic people, given to us by Óðinn that led our people.

Return to your roots.
Honor your gods.
Honor your ancestors.

Wotan mit uns.

- Kyle Davis

If we can return to our heritage, embrace the traditions and beliefs of our ancestors - including their gods - then perhaps, just maybe, we can get through this. Our way of life is sacred. It must be protected for our history to remain in tact. Our gods’ names were buried once. They will not be buried again.

Traditionally, autumn and the drawing in of the dark nights has always been viewed as the time of the ancestors. It is a time to withdraw, to spend time with family to be reborn in the spring. And although it is disappointing that we humans cannot hibernate (my body would thank me for the long sleep!) I believe that this drawing in, being with family and remembering those who have been before us in the darker months is perhaps as close as we humans can get to it.

The night before the winter solstice is often referred to as Modrahnit, or Mother’s Night. This is when our ancestors would honour the dísir (female familial spirits). This emergence from the mother on the winter solstice is symbolic with the rebirth of the sun but we as spiritual creatures are also born anew at the solstice. We call on the ancestors, we honour them, we blót to them, and we honour the ancient mothers who have been before us, to feast at the solstice and to renew ourselves spiritually and honour our history and those who not only came before us, but to honour those who follow in our footsteps.

Now more than ever, we need the guidance of our ancestors. Although the nights are growing darker, every day the future of what they’ve left us is become even more so.

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It's always disheartening how often I come across those who work rurally/outdoors; horticulture, gardening, farming, forestry etc, that diminish their work, themselves & the importance of their role for the Nation.
This 'modern society' has become deeply dismissive towards land work & its labour is viewed almost worthless. It is also seen as menial work, of lower status, to which is riddled with classism where it's almost that of peasantry labour. Modern day over consumption, excessive choice & the greed of constant want, leads towards no acknowledgement to the producer, labour, time nor knowledge which is needed to achieve the final produce or desired work.

It must always be reminded & reinforced to those within these industries that these views are vacuous, false & one must embody different ideals. As once one regards their work as a true vocation than mere employment, understands their role as higher than that of a politician or banker etc, that working a garden, landscape or farm has far more potential to outlive the life of any politician's ideas, that their opinion is worth more than theirs as it is them who toils, sweats & bleeds into the land they live & enhance for others, that their daily existence is closer in harmony with Nature & natural law, that themselves as an individual are able to apply labour that will give a great deal to the overall health, aesthetic & value of the Nation.
This self knowledge once adopted into one's daily outlook, shall only embolden the true working life-blood which pulses through a Nation, which inevitably leads to battling against the virus', infections & outright sicknesses at the heart of the country towards a greater healthier system.

Hail to all those who truly know, love, are one & bound with their land!
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Brigid was never a “saint.” She was one of Ireland’s most powerful Pagan goddesses. She ruled over fire, poetry, healing, fertility, animals, and the forge. Touching every part of life. Pagan women especially honoured her as protector in childbirth, keeper of the hearth, and guardian of sacred wells. She was so beloved across Ireland that the Church could not erase her. Instead, they absorbed her as “Saint Brigid,” taking her shrine at Kildare, her eternal flame, and the women who tended it, masking a goddess as a saint to win the people’s loyalty.

We recognise no “Saint Brigid.” Only Brigid, the Pagan Goddess of Ireland.

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How can any not stand, teary eyed, in wonder, at the spectacle, the Magic, feel the primordial power & know the Old Ones are present, here, in our world?
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The "Shaman of Bad Dürrenberg" 

Long before the rise of the Germanic tribes, a woman was buried along the Saale River in what is now Germany around 7000 BC, during the Mesolithic age. Archaeologists found her seated in the grave, wearing an elaborate headdress made from roe deer antlers, surrounded by tools, animal teeth, and red ochre. Beside her lay an infant.

Her burial is unlike any other from that time. As one of the oldest burials in central Germany, the items placed with her, the care taken in her interment, and the later reuse of the site suggest she held a special role in her people’s spiritual life. Because of this, she is often called the "Shaman of Bad Dürrenberg".

Genetic studies show she belonged to the Western European hunter-gatherers who lived in Europe thousands of years before the Indo-European migrations. Though not Germanic herself, her grave marks the deep ancestral layers of the land our folk would later call home and offers a glimpse into a worldview where the natural and spiritual worlds were woven together.

This reconstruction shows the "shaman" in her full regalia. © State Office for Heritage Management and Archaeology Saxony-Anhalt, Karol Schauer/Birte Janzen.

#norroena #mythology #heathen #germanic

~ Mythic Literalism Vs Allegorical Interpretation ~


Did the Ancient People Believe Myths Were Real?
An interesting debate has taken place since the earliest days of philosophical thought, raising the question: Are myths meant to be viewed literally? This seemingly simple question has sparked countless debates and interpretations among academics from various schools of thought. While most of these schools aim to decipher ancient thinking through logical explanations, we also have perspectives passed down by the old skálds, telling a story—a train of thought that stretches as far back in time as the myths themselves. 
In the context of the mythic literalism vs allegory debate, it’s important to first define our terms to ensure clarity. This will help us avoid confusion and stay true to the points being made without veering off-topic. 
Mythic literalism can be simply defined as the belief that mythology conveys absolute truths. In this view, mythological stories are interpreted literally, without much regard for allegorical meaning. 
Allegory, on the other hand, is a form of storytelling—whether in a story, poem, or picture—that contains hidden meanings intended to pass down knowledge. Allegorical interpretation leaves room for variations in belief, viewing myths as open to symbolic meaning rather than just literal interpretation.
In ancient times, myths often embodied both literal truths and allegorical knowledge, passed down through generations. The beauty of myth lies in its poetic nature, where stories are told in ways that captivate the audience while preserving the histories and wisdom of a people. 
Those who reject mythic literalism often turn to ancient Greek philosophers to support their beliefs. By examining a few quotes from these philosophical texts, we can gain a clearer understanding of how these ideas are used today and how they may not fully align with the common beliefs of the time in which they were written.


….(please follow the link below) 


https://norroena.org/mythic-literalism-vs-allegorical-interpretation/

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'...Nature - extravagant without limit, indifferent without limit, without purposes and consideration, without pity and justice, simultaneously fruitful, desolate, and unknown.'
Friedrich.Nietzsche
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: Gifts of the Female Divine, the rebirth arising, Beech buds.
A reminder that even before the darkness of Winter, there's renewal & hope in the future :
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Religion -> culture -> heritage

What does this mean to us? It's easy to get caught up in the romanticism and nuance of these words, but what do we really understand about the way these concepts help to mold and shape us as humans? 

Religion - can be simplified into a system of beliefs and practices, often centered around deities or beings with extraordinary capabilities. 

It is here that we obtain our foundation for a worldview. The religion provides the framework for how one should live to remain in harmony with the ancestral order. Religion is more than how we practice, it is concerned with the how, when, and, more importantly, why. It is intentionally structured to preserve alignment between belief, conduct, and the örlög that governs all existence. 

As the religion sets the foundation, the culture—expressed through art, customs, and social life forms the identity of a people or peoples. Culture is living tradition in action. It is the outward expression of our worldview and the bridge that binds us to our past. 

When religion and culture endure through generations, they become heritage. Heritage is the living inheritance of a people—the memory of faith and custom carried forward in blood and spirit. It is what connects us to those who came before and guides those yet to come. Through heritage, the wisdom of our ancestors continues in us, shaping how we live and carry our tradition forward as an unbroken chain.

To return to our ancestral traditions is to restore the balance between these three pillars of life. Religion grounds us in sacred order, culture gives that order form, and heritage preserves it for those who will follow. By walking this path, we look back with purpose and move forward with strength, carrying the whole of our people into the future.

Swedish girls wearing traditional folk dress.

Happy Yule ❤️