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broomsick · 6 hours
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Mornings feel sacred to me. They're the moment when I feel most connected to the Gods. Just by looking outside when you wake, you can tell what kind of day it's going to be: whether it'll be sunny or rainy, or even snowy! If I look at the sky and feel a storm brewing, I might make an offering to Thórr and ask for a peaceful day nonetheless. And if I wake just in time to see the sun rise, I let myself be filled with the beauty and grace of Baldr, and know that the day can be whatever I want it to be.
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broomsick · 1 day
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Located in Denmark, Lake Tissø (Týr’s Lake) was probably one of the most prominent Týr cult sites of pre-Christian times. More than 12 000 objects have been excavated in this major holy site, many of which were gold or silver. It was customary to sacrifice weapons, tools or jewelry by throwing them into the waters of the lake, most likely as an offering to Týr or to ancestors. It was home to a large hall, a ritual hörgr and a handful of minor houses (ca. 550 – 650).
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Some of the most famous artifacts excavated on the site include the Goats of Thórr brooch (late Iron Age), the 1.8 kg of gold neck ring (10th century), and the Valkyries (2nd is possibly Freyja) of Tissø.
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broomsick · 1 day
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Thórr’s hammer from Gärsnäs, Skåne, (Sweden) dated to the 10th century.
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broomsick · 2 days
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Hail to Víðarr the Silent One, far-reigning guardian of the forest.
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broomsick · 2 days
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Writing for your deities is such a liberation. It's a way to pour out your feelings, to write them down not only for your deities to see, but also for you to better understand. It doesn’t matter if you see yourself as a "good writer", or a "bad writer". Prayer and poetry are always magnificent when written in honor of what you love, and what you believe in. Sure, the prayers you write may not hold as much meaning if shown to others, but that is precisely the beauty of it. Something that is written from you to the Gods is absolutely sacred.
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broomsick · 3 days
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Oh, my bad.
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Do you guys remember when male heathens in the US army were getting religious accommodations for keeping their beards or was that just a fever dream?
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broomsick · 3 days
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Do you guys remember when male heathens in the US army were getting religious accommodations for keeping their beards or was that just a fever dream?
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broomsick · 3 days
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Open Ritual for Rán, March 29
The Godsring is hosting our weekly ritual this Friday from 6:00—7:00 p.m. ET, on Zoom. We will be honoring Rán.
Zoom link (same link every week)
Our weekly rituals are open to everyone, so please feel free to invite others and attend as (in)frequently as you’d like. There is no obligation to verbally participate or have your camera on, but it is encouraged if you’re up for it!
The first 10-15 minutes are dedicated to performing the ritual, and the remainder of the time is spent discussing the ritual and enjoying community with one another.
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Artist: @Knightfir3 on DeviantArt Piece: Ran, Sea Goddess
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broomsick · 3 days
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The fact that we know next to nothing about her is precisely why one can choose the way they see her. Speculating on her domain is allowed to pagans and non-pagans alike, but nobody can claim to know the truth about her character or “domain” as a deity. That’s why no one can claim to be “right” or “wrong” about her. Just like the myths that pertain to her, personal gnosis can’t make a basis to try and assert any sort of truth about her. Though I understand your frustration, let us not blame non-pagan authors for filling in the many blanks of norse mythology. The case of pagan authors writing about pagan religion is different however, but this is something I’ve mentioned already. If we as pagans disagree with a fictional depiction of a deity we love, then we might simply want to accept that non-pagan authors don’t perceive the Gods in the same way we do, and simply move on, believing that this or that deity does not think/behave in the way that’s being showed in the fictional work.
There is no use being angry at mythology books for depicting deities in ways we don’t agree with as believers. If a book pertains to neo-paganism, then yes, it would be legitimate to question the author’s bias. But if the book is about mythology, not spirituality, then it’s important to first take into consideration that these concepts are treated in a vastly different manner by writers, especially when the writers themselves are not neo-pagan.
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broomsick · 4 days
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Just a smãaaaaaalll reminder that Roman deities aren't copy paste Greek deities!!
If you look deeper into Roman history, you can see that most of these "Roman Equivalent of greek gods" are actually from other people of the Italian peninsula! Such as Sabines, Etruscans, Samnites, and more!
Sorry guys but i might have a hyper fixation on roman polytheism and... Lady Minerva's kindness is noooot helping it /pos love her!!!
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broomsick · 5 days
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Ways To Use Each Element In Spells
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Fire:
Candles
Burning Herbs
Using Ashes
Bonfires to Raise Energy
Burning Petitions
Melting Things
Water:
Water Bowl Spells
Enchanting Water
Using Spiritual Waters + Colognes
Sprays
Soaking Items
River Magic
Air:
Verbal Spells
Blowing Air / Smoke
Incense
Bells
Sound Bowls
Wind Cleansing
Storm magic
Earth:
Salt Bowls
Burring Items
Plants + Herbs
Crystals
Dirt Spell Jars
Making Terrariums
Plant Wards
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broomsick · 6 days
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Jörmungandr grant me the opportunity to end a cycle and start afresh.
Jörmungandr help me shed my skin and feel confident in who I am.
Hail Jörmungandr 🐍
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broomsick · 6 days
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Govan Old Stones Collection, Viking 'Hogback' Stones, Govan Old Parish Church, Glasgow, Scotland
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broomsick · 8 days
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Have a wonderful fall my friend, and may the Lord and Lady of Vanaheimr watch over you!
Prayer to Freyja and Freyr for a prosperous and peaceful autumn
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Words of praise to you, Freyja, Noble Queen of the Valkyrjur, for your steps make flowers to grow on your path, melting the heavy winter snow as you go.
Words of praise to you, Freyr, Noble King of the elves, for your golden heart is the source of peace, and your touch makes the harvest seasons to be plentiful.
You stand at each other’s side, glorious Children of Vanaheimr! You bear the wisdom and warmth of your holy land! And I sing your praise and ask for your blessings as fall comes.
I ask for a season that is prosperous, so that I might enjoy the fruits of harvest. I ask for a peaceful and joyful autumn, so that I might rest and celebrate in your names.
Hail to Freyja and Ing-Freyr!
Hail the Lady and Lord of Vanaheimr!
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broomsick · 8 days
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I’m so glad this was brought up. You’re sure to find tons of rune casting sets, but generally nothing else related to the norse path. Not even your classic Mjöllnir necklace!
no one knows the pure sadness i feel when i go to spiritual shops and see jewelry based on the greek gods and not the norse ones
NORSE GODS DESERVE LOVE TOO
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broomsick · 8 days
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Happy Spring!
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broomsick · 8 days
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I've been meaning to ask.. can I make an altar for myself or is that self-centered ? /genuine question – ur new anon, 👼
Hey, new anon!
This is such an intersting question. I think it's not an idea I've heard often before, if ever. Firstly, I'll just go ahead and say that no, I don't think this is self-centered at all. Of course, what I'll state is just my personal opinion, and I think everyone would have their own unique answer to your question. The altar is a space that's built and cared for in honor of something you love and venerate. Now, would it not make sense to build an altar to yourself, if your spiritual practice centers around self-love, and the nurturing of one's own confidence? An interesting parallel I would like to draw is that I've known people who built altars to historical figures whom they felt greatly connected to, and others who built altars for folk figures, or even fictional characters. Some pagans give great importance to ideas of self-care, self-understanding and self-love in general. In fact, a lot of the practices which are considered "shadow work" will center around this idea. And I think that to us pagans, this is a step forward when it comes to mental health. In many ways, understanding oneself and caring for oneself is an act of spirituality. One's practice can heavily rely on being in tune with one's feelings! So I don't see why you shouldn't build such an altar. Please go ahead and do so, and don't lend an ear to those who try to tell you that paganism has rules. Only trust in your gut feeling and what feels right. That too is part of being pagan!
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