Articles related to "Odin"



The Norse Pantheon
Get to know the lively and colourful pantheon of ancient Norse gods.
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The Real Gods of Asgard
Marvel's rendition of Thor, the God of Thunder has gone through many changes and artistic revisions. Learn the original myths of Thor and his fellow Gods of Asgard.
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Odin's Journey for the Runes
Odin is known as the ruler of the Norse gods. Learn how this powerful god gave the greatest sacrifice to gain wisdom for himself and humankind.
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Santa Claus, the Yule Elf, and Odin
This article looks at Santa and his elves, and their very pagan roots. Included are suggestions for modifying the legend of Santa and his elves to fit a very modern pagan tradition for children.
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"O"
Information on the soon-to-be-released film, "O".
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Introduction to Norse Mythology: Ragnarok
It may seem strange to start a introduction to a whole mythos with its end, but what makes Norse mythology unique is the way the end times influence the whole.
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Norse Creation Myth
In the beginning there was the great frozen emptiness... Read the creation story of the ancient Norsemen and see how their beliefs reflected their dramatic landscape of mountains and ice.
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The Valkyries
Ride the skies with Odin's fierce battle maidens...
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Medieval Viking Gods
The Norse gods were the stuff of legend and the Vikings had an different god for every important occasion.
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The Love of a Valkyrie
Read two tales of love about fair valkyries and their mortal heroes.
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O, O what a movie it is.
O: a movie of lust,deceitfulness and the ineer pain of love.
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Iceland's Mystical Beings
With Iceland's contrasting and extreme landscapes even a skeptic will wonder about the possibilities of another world's existence
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Norse Mythology in the Prose Edda
The Prose Edda consists of a Prologue, the Gylfaginning, Skáldskaparmál, and Háttatal. It is a key surviving source of Norse mythology and the kennings of Viking poetry.
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Review-Witchcraft and the Shamanic Journey
Ever wonder about the history of shamanic practices? Read my review of Kenneth Johnson's book, Witchcraft and the Shamanic Journey.
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Marvel's Thor: God of Thunder
Marvel's comic book adaptation of the Thor and the realm of Asgard has long proved a fan favorite. The series includes Odin and Loki, among other Norse gods and mythology
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Asgard and Vanaheim - Home of the Gods
Join me on a visit to the home of the ancient Norse gods...
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Home of the Frost Giants
Come visit a land of snow and ice and numbing cold... and no, I don't mean my backyard.
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Jolly Old Saint Nicholas
From grandiose beginnings as the Norse god Odin to the Symbol of a holiday Santa Clause has slowly evolved over time into the jolly old man that we know today.
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Medieval Origins of Christmas
On this darkest night of the year, let's discuss where Christmas originated.
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Mythical Detective Loki Ragnarok Volume 1 Anime DVD Review
A review of the upcoming new anime TV series Mythical Detective Loki Ragnarok volume 1 DVD.
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The Glorious Hall of Valhalla
Drinking, feasting and fighting... Ah Valhalla, a Viking's Paradise!
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The Norse Realm of Hel
Meet the decomposing Norse goddess of the dead in her underworld realm of Hel.
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The Norse Trickster God Loki
Meet this great mischief-maker from Norse mythology.
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Valkyrie Profile (review)
The souls of fallen warriors fighting in the final conflict between the gods? Valkyrie Profile isn't your run of the mill RPG. But is it any good? Find out as our look at the games of 2000 continues!
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The Symbol of the World Tree - Part Three
Part Three of our exploration of the symbol of the World Tree, Yggdrasill, in the Norse myth of Ragnarok and its connection to the gods.
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Review: The Ring
The Xenaverse blend of the Beowulf legend and Wagner's Ring Cycle continues in this excellent episode.
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Rune Sources
Find out good places to start your study on the runes. Which books and areas are a good place to start.,Find out good places to start your study on the runes. Which books and areas are a good place to start.
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Favorite Norse Myths
Favorite Norse Myths holds children entranced from start to finish.
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Make Stone Runes
Learn how to make your own set of runes with stones and acrylic paint.
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Alf Proysen (Part III of III)
Writing in his distinctive dialect, Prøysen reveals a regional pride that warmly recalls the heart of the country. His songs are touchingly nationalistic in that they focus, not on the grandiose political themes of a European nation, but on the personal details of family, childhood, and home: picking apples and blueberries, walking to school, and the acquisition of something neat and mysterious.
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Review: The Rheingold
The "Norseland" story arc kicks off with a wonderful episode penned by R.J. Stewart. This story blends Xena's dark past with classic Norse myth, the Beowulf legend, and Wagner's "Ring Cycle". This episode is destined to be a classic.
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Surrealism didn't take (Part II of II)
Norway, with its unique and insulated nationalism, rejected the notion of order without reason that other disillusioned countries had seized upon as their only solace. Beneath the grim reality of rationing, war, and occupation lay a deep seated optimism about the future of the Norwegian people. Spared the atrocities of the first world war and equipped with the newfound pride of fleeting independence, Norwegians found little of value in an art form that did not fit snugly into a framework of nationalistic triumph. Surrealism just didn't take.
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American Gods Book Review
Neil Gaiman's masterpiece is an epic tale of American history, misplaced gods, both old and new, and the power of belief.
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Gods of War in Various Pantheons
Most ancient cultures had a God of War. Do you recognize any of these names?
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Myth and spirit of trees
Trees are prominent in mythology around the world. What did our forbearers see in the spirit of the wood?
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Naming The Blade
Some swords were named, most were handed down for generations. Given by a priest, angel, or other holy figure seems to generally weave itself into the legend.
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Origins of Christmas Customs
Parallels to many of our Christmas customs can be seen in the winter solstice celebrations of ancient times.
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Review: Return of the Valkyrie
The final new episode of the year concludes the "Ring Arc". Is it a satisfactory conclusion? Read this review to find out!
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Review: You Are There
It has arrived a couple of weeks behind schedule, but here are my thoughts on this paradigm-shattering episode.
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The Annual Viking Festival in Vista, California
Each year, the Norwegian Fish Club Odin and the Sons of Norway Lodge No. 60 host the Viking Festival in Vista, California.
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The Magical Properties of Holey Stones
For centuries, many cultures have incorporated the use of holey stones in rituals and ceremonies, believing them to carry sacred powers. What are these beliefs?
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The Origin of King Arthur
In ancient poetry there are some interesting parallels to the famous medieval legend of King Arthur.
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Who is God to Beowulf?
One can infer a variety of faith perspectives from reading this classic poem, perhaps due to the heterogeneity of the poem's development through oral tradition.
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Island of Shapinsay
A tour of the Orkney island of Shapinsay.
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Job and Me (and a few Norse Gods) - a Personal Tale
When one wrestles with major depression, one is fighting against something far greater than can ever be imagined.
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Norway Mourns Tsunami Victims
At noon on January 5th, Norwegians joined other European countries in observing three minutes of silence in honor of those whose lives were cut short by the tsunami that devastated Asia last month. While silence marked the expansive void following the deaths of so many members of the international community, at least 13 Norwegians included, words of sympathy and grief attempted to reach across that void to touch the living.
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The Symbol of the World Tree - Part One
Part One of our exploration of the symbol of the World Tree, Yggdrasill, in the Norse myth of Ragnarok.
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Eagle -- Pagan Symbol of Renewal
Although Benjamin Franklin objected to Eagle as the national bird, its qualities and representations reinforce the decision. Learn about this esteemed powerful bird.
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Free Online Tarot Card Reading - The Labyrinth
This free online tarot card reading combines the wisdom of the ancient Labyrinth and Norse Runes, the beauty of Tarot, and two creative and unusual oracle decks.
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Galdr
Little exists historically as to Runic application and oral magical tradition. Here's a basic understanding of what Galdr is and how to actively apply its prnciples.
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