Channel: Vidar Rising
Forwarded from Airmanagild
The Norroena Society has made an unvaluable contribution to the reconstruction of the Germanic faith. As far as I know, an unparalleled achievement.
I also consider myself a follower of the Sedian Path, and I encourage everyone to read these incredible books. I believe they are essential for anyone with the intention of restoring the ancient ways.
I will be getting more books by them in the future.
You can follow them at
https://hottg.com/TheNorroenaSociety
I also consider myself a follower of the Sedian Path, and I encourage everyone to read these incredible books. I believe they are essential for anyone with the intention of restoring the ancient ways.
I will be getting more books by them in the future.
You can follow them at
https://hottg.com/TheNorroenaSociety
Forwarded from Arische Blutgesellschaft
When someone claims "our ancestors peacefully converted to Christianity," it's essential to understand the historical complexities and violent aspects often involved in this process. Here's a detailed look at significant events and how Christian mythology was adapted to appeal to Germanic and other pagan peoples:
### Violent Conversions and Persecutions
1. Massacre of Verden (782): Charlemagne executed around 4,500 Saxons for resisting conversion during his campaign to Christianize the Saxons.
2. Christianization of Iceland (10th–11th centuries): Conversion involved coercion, with the Alþingi declaring Christianity the official religion to avoid conflict.
3. Persecution of the Bogomils (10th–15th centuries): This dualist Christian sect faced persecution from both the Eastern Orthodox and Catholic Churches.
4. Northern Crusades (12th–13th centuries): Military campaigns by the Teutonic Order and Scandinavian kingdoms aimed at converting pagan Baltic and Finnic tribes through force.
5. Livonian Crusade (1198–1290): The Teutonic Order's campaigns to convert pagan tribes in modern-day Latvia and Estonia were often violent.
6. Crusade against the Bosnian Christians (1235–1241): Pope Gregory IX's crusade led to forced conversions of the Bosnian Church, perceived as heretical.
7. Stedinger Crusade (1234–1238): This military campaign aimed at coercing the Stedingers in Northern Germany into Christianity.
8. Albigensian Crusade (1209–1229): Targeting the Cathars in Southern France, this crusade led to their eradication and forced conversions.
9. Persecution of Heretical Movements (13th–14th centuries): Various movements, such as the Cathars and Waldensians in Italy, faced severe persecution from the Catholic Church.
10. Burning of the Templars (1312): The suppression of the Knights Templar involved accusations of heresy and execution, reflecting religious coercion.
11. Christianization of the Baltic Finns (12th–13th centuries): Swedish and German efforts to convert the Baltic Finns involved significant coercion.
12. Witch Hunts in France (14th–17th centuries): Many women and men were executed for alleged witchcraft, often those who defied societal norms or practiced traditional healing.
13. Witch Hunts in Germany: The Holy Roman Empire witnessed numerous witch trials and executions, particularly in regions like Germany.
14. The Torsåker Witch Trials (1675): In Sweden, many were executed for alleged witchcraft, reflecting societal hysteria.
15. Inquisition in Spain (1478–1834): The Spanish Inquisition targeted religious minorities and suspected heretics, enforcing orthodoxy through persecution.
### Adaptation of Christianity to Pagan Beliefs
The version of Christianity presented to Germanic and other pagan peoples often bore little resemblance to modern Christianity. Here are some ways Christian mythology was adapted:
- Norse Poem (10th century): Jesus was depicted at Urðarbrunnr, "the well of fate," beneath the world tree from Heathen myth.
- Heliand (830 AD): Jesus addressed his disciples from the water’s edge, akin to Odin's role at the well of memory.
- Dream of the Rood: Jesus was portrayed as a "young warrior" and the cross as a conscious sacred tree.
- Anglo-Saxon Gospels: The word “thegn,” referring to a military attendant of a Germanic lord, was used for God’s angels and Christ’s disciples.
- Use of Heathen Terminology: The word for the underworld, “Hell,” was retained with its associated imagery from Heathen myth.
- Harrowing of Hell: Jesus rescued noble pagans from Hell, suggesting that Germanic people could still dwell with their ancestors in the afterlife.
- Depiction in Old English Exodus: Jews were depicted like Anglo-Saxons, with Moses defeating enemies in battle.
- God Sceaf and Noah: Sceaf, a Teutonic god, was said to be the son of the biblical Noah.
### Violent Conversions and Persecutions
1. Massacre of Verden (782): Charlemagne executed around 4,500 Saxons for resisting conversion during his campaign to Christianize the Saxons.
2. Christianization of Iceland (10th–11th centuries): Conversion involved coercion, with the Alþingi declaring Christianity the official religion to avoid conflict.
3. Persecution of the Bogomils (10th–15th centuries): This dualist Christian sect faced persecution from both the Eastern Orthodox and Catholic Churches.
4. Northern Crusades (12th–13th centuries): Military campaigns by the Teutonic Order and Scandinavian kingdoms aimed at converting pagan Baltic and Finnic tribes through force.
5. Livonian Crusade (1198–1290): The Teutonic Order's campaigns to convert pagan tribes in modern-day Latvia and Estonia were often violent.
6. Crusade against the Bosnian Christians (1235–1241): Pope Gregory IX's crusade led to forced conversions of the Bosnian Church, perceived as heretical.
7. Stedinger Crusade (1234–1238): This military campaign aimed at coercing the Stedingers in Northern Germany into Christianity.
8. Albigensian Crusade (1209–1229): Targeting the Cathars in Southern France, this crusade led to their eradication and forced conversions.
9. Persecution of Heretical Movements (13th–14th centuries): Various movements, such as the Cathars and Waldensians in Italy, faced severe persecution from the Catholic Church.
10. Burning of the Templars (1312): The suppression of the Knights Templar involved accusations of heresy and execution, reflecting religious coercion.
11. Christianization of the Baltic Finns (12th–13th centuries): Swedish and German efforts to convert the Baltic Finns involved significant coercion.
12. Witch Hunts in France (14th–17th centuries): Many women and men were executed for alleged witchcraft, often those who defied societal norms or practiced traditional healing.
13. Witch Hunts in Germany: The Holy Roman Empire witnessed numerous witch trials and executions, particularly in regions like Germany.
14. The Torsåker Witch Trials (1675): In Sweden, many were executed for alleged witchcraft, reflecting societal hysteria.
15. Inquisition in Spain (1478–1834): The Spanish Inquisition targeted religious minorities and suspected heretics, enforcing orthodoxy through persecution.
### Adaptation of Christianity to Pagan Beliefs
The version of Christianity presented to Germanic and other pagan peoples often bore little resemblance to modern Christianity. Here are some ways Christian mythology was adapted:
- Norse Poem (10th century): Jesus was depicted at Urðarbrunnr, "the well of fate," beneath the world tree from Heathen myth.
- Heliand (830 AD): Jesus addressed his disciples from the water’s edge, akin to Odin's role at the well of memory.
- Dream of the Rood: Jesus was portrayed as a "young warrior" and the cross as a conscious sacred tree.
- Anglo-Saxon Gospels: The word “thegn,” referring to a military attendant of a Germanic lord, was used for God’s angels and Christ’s disciples.
- Use of Heathen Terminology: The word for the underworld, “Hell,” was retained with its associated imagery from Heathen myth.
- Harrowing of Hell: Jesus rescued noble pagans from Hell, suggesting that Germanic people could still dwell with their ancestors in the afterlife.
- Depiction in Old English Exodus: Jews were depicted like Anglo-Saxons, with Moses defeating enemies in battle.
- God Sceaf and Noah: Sceaf, a Teutonic god, was said to be the son of the biblical Noah.
Forwarded from European Tribalism - Mythology, European culture, survival
On proverbs (2)
As there is no way around "the current thing on the media", which are drunk proles on the German insula of Sylt, singing "Germany for the Germans! Foreigners out!", I thought I'd share an old German proverb with you:
'Wo gesungen wird, da lass' dich nieder!
Böse Menschen kennen keine Lieder.'
The English translation is something like 'Take a rest where people are singing! Bad people don't know any songs.'
Isn't it funny that the intrinsic knowledge of the correct way of ethnopluralism is conserved also present down to the lowest mental castes, despite the propaganda?
Enough humour for today! Don't forget to water your plants!
@EuropeanTribalism
As there is no way around "the current thing on the media", which are drunk proles on the German insula of Sylt, singing "Germany for the Germans! Foreigners out!", I thought I'd share an old German proverb with you:
'Wo gesungen wird, da lass' dich nieder!
Böse Menschen kennen keine Lieder.'
The English translation is something like 'Take a rest where people are singing! Bad people don't know any songs.'
Isn't it funny that the intrinsic knowledge of the correct way of ethnopluralism is conserved also present down to the lowest mental castes, despite the propaganda?
Enough humour for today! Don't forget to water your plants!
@EuropeanTribalism
Runestone U 240 (Lingsberg, Vallentuna, Sweden) and a glass replica by Uno Westerberg.
Runemaster: Åsmund Kåresson (active during the 1st half of the 11th century), inventor of the classic Uppland runestone style with one or two animals (rundjur) showing their heads in profile.
Inscription
[1] ᛏᛅᚿ ᛅᚢᚴ ᛡᚢᛋᚴᛅᚱᛚ + ᛅᚢᚴ ᛋᚢᛅᛁᚾ + ᛅᚢᚴ ᛡᚢᛚᛘᚠᚱᛁᚦᚱ × [2] ᚦᛅᚢᚾ ᛘᛁᚦᚴᛁᚾ ᛚᛁᛏᚢ ᚱᛁᛏᛅ ᛋᛏᛁᚾ ᚦᛁᚿᚭ × ᛅᚠᛏᛁᛦ ᛡᛅᛚᚠᛏᛆᚿ + ᚠᛆᚦᚢᚱ ᚦᛆᛁᛦᛆ ᛏᛆᚿᛋ [3] ‘ ᛅᚢᚴ ᛡᚢᛘᚴᚱᛁᚦᚱ ᛅᛏ ᛒᚢᛆᚿᛏᛅ ᛋᛁᚿ
Transliteration
tan auk hus(k)arl + auk suain + auk hulmfriþr × þaun (m)(i)(þ)kin litu rita stin þino × aftiʀ halftan + fa(þ)ur þaiʀa tans ' auk hum(f)riþr at buanta sin
Old West Norse
Danr ok Húskarl ok Sveinn ok Holmfríðr, þau mœðgin létu rétta stein þenna eptir Halfdan, fǫður þeira Dans, ok Holmfríðr at bónda sinn.
Runic Swedish
Dan ok Huskarl ok Svæinn ok Holmfriðr, þaun møðgin letu retta stæin þenna æftiʀ Halfdan, faður þæiʀa Dans, ok Holmfriðr at boanda sinn.
English
Danr and Húskarl and Sveinn and Holmfríðr, the mother and (her) sons, had this stone erected in memory of Halfdan, the father of Danr and his brothers; and Holmfríðr in memory of her husbandman.
@VidarRising
Runemaster: Åsmund Kåresson (active during the 1st half of the 11th century), inventor of the classic Uppland runestone style with one or two animals (rundjur) showing their heads in profile.
Inscription
[1] ᛏᛅᚿ ᛅᚢᚴ ᛡᚢᛋᚴᛅᚱᛚ + ᛅᚢᚴ ᛋᚢᛅᛁᚾ + ᛅᚢᚴ ᛡᚢᛚᛘᚠᚱᛁᚦᚱ × [2] ᚦᛅᚢᚾ ᛘᛁᚦᚴᛁᚾ ᛚᛁᛏᚢ ᚱᛁᛏᛅ ᛋᛏᛁᚾ ᚦᛁᚿᚭ × ᛅᚠᛏᛁᛦ ᛡᛅᛚᚠᛏᛆᚿ + ᚠᛆᚦᚢᚱ ᚦᛆᛁᛦᛆ ᛏᛆᚿᛋ [3] ‘ ᛅᚢᚴ ᛡᚢᛘᚴᚱᛁᚦᚱ ᛅᛏ ᛒᚢᛆᚿᛏᛅ ᛋᛁᚿ
Transliteration
tan auk hus(k)arl + auk suain + auk hulmfriþr × þaun (m)(i)(þ)kin litu rita stin þino × aftiʀ halftan + fa(þ)ur þaiʀa tans ' auk hum(f)riþr at buanta sin
Old West Norse
Danr ok Húskarl ok Sveinn ok Holmfríðr, þau mœðgin létu rétta stein þenna eptir Halfdan, fǫður þeira Dans, ok Holmfríðr at bónda sinn.
Runic Swedish
Dan ok Huskarl ok Svæinn ok Holmfriðr, þaun møðgin letu retta stæin þenna æftiʀ Halfdan, faður þæiʀa Dans, ok Holmfriðr at boanda sinn.
English
Danr and Húskarl and Sveinn and Holmfríðr, the mother and (her) sons, had this stone erected in memory of Halfdan, the father of Danr and his brothers; and Holmfríðr in memory of her husbandman.
@VidarRising
Forwarded from Aryan Paganism, Traditions and Art (APTA)
Loki’s daughter is not clearly identified as Hel in any of the existing Eddaic poems. In light of this, it’s important to note that the description of “Hel’s high hall” stands in stark contrast to the hall of Loki’s daughter in Snorri’s Edda.
In the Eddaic poem Baldrs Draumar, whereas the benches in “Hel’s high hall” are strewn with costly things and mead stands poured out in goblets awaiting a guest, the hall of Loki’s daughter (whom Snorri calls Hel) is a dismal place with its dish called “Hunger” and its knife named “famine.”
The Eddaic poems clearly distinguish this place from Hel, the realm where “all men” must eventually come according to Fáfnismál 10. Vafþrúðnismál 43 separates those that come to Hel from those that pass through Hel into Niflhel.
W.P. Reaves
In the Eddaic poem Baldrs Draumar, whereas the benches in “Hel’s high hall” are strewn with costly things and mead stands poured out in goblets awaiting a guest, the hall of Loki’s daughter (whom Snorri calls Hel) is a dismal place with its dish called “Hunger” and its knife named “famine.”
The Eddaic poems clearly distinguish this place from Hel, the realm where “all men” must eventually come according to Fáfnismál 10. Vafþrúðnismál 43 separates those that come to Hel from those that pass through Hel into Niflhel.
W.P. Reaves
Forwarded from Dave Martel
Forwarded from Raven Folk United
Calling All Folk Far And Wide!
One of our own needs your help!
Samantha Deschenes, a beloved member of our community, has life-threatening injuries which IF she survives will leave her with life altering injuries and her family needs love and support!
We have set up a donation drive specifically to benefit her young son and family to help them through this ordeal.
Samantha has been a warrior in life and needs our support in this time of need.
Donate and learn more here:
https://pnwkindreds.com/campaigns/samantha-deschenes/
One of our own needs your help!
Samantha Deschenes, a beloved member of our community, has life-threatening injuries which IF she survives will leave her with life altering injuries and her family needs love and support!
We have set up a donation drive specifically to benefit her young son and family to help them through this ordeal.
Samantha has been a warrior in life and needs our support in this time of need.
Donate and learn more here:
https://pnwkindreds.com/campaigns/samantha-deschenes/
Forwarded from PNW WOLF PACK
The PNW Wolfpack Flys the banner of death and passing of one of our own. We hail and honor Samantha Deschenes.
Let it be known that Samantha's name was called to the gods at 7:30pm, to this resounding horn!
Samantha was a warrior in life, a mother, a daughter, and our sister! She is loved by many!
We send her gifts, prayers, and love for her journey in the other world. May Thor hallow her, and may Odin receive here.
Samantha was born in 1991 and passed at the young age of 33. She is survived by her 9 yearold son and many family and friends who love her!
We have set up a donation page for her son and family. 100% of the donations go to the care of her surviving son and immediate family caring for her son. You can donate here:
https://pnwkindreds.com/campaigns/samantha-deschenes/
Let it be known that Samantha's name was called to the gods at 7:30pm, to this resounding horn!
Samantha was a warrior in life, a mother, a daughter, and our sister! She is loved by many!
We send her gifts, prayers, and love for her journey in the other world. May Thor hallow her, and may Odin receive here.
Samantha was born in 1991 and passed at the young age of 33. She is survived by her 9 yearold son and many family and friends who love her!
We have set up a donation page for her son and family. 100% of the donations go to the care of her surviving son and immediate family caring for her son. You can donate here:
https://pnwkindreds.com/campaigns/samantha-deschenes/
Forwarded from The Norrœna Society
Once again we let the mourning banner fly. May she join the halls of the ancestors.
The men sat drinking as long as they liked that night, and then went to bed ; but after they had left the hall Queen Thyri took down the hangings, and instead put up black and grey cloth until all was covered. She had done this because it was the custom in those days when tidings of grief came to do as she did.
-Flateyjarbók
The men sat drinking as long as they liked that night, and then went to bed ; but after they had left the hall Queen Thyri took down the hangings, and instead put up black and grey cloth until all was covered. She had done this because it was the custom in those days when tidings of grief came to do as she did.
-Flateyjarbók
Vidar Rising
The PNW Wolfpack Flys the banner of death and passing of one of our own. We hail and honor Samantha Deschenes. Let it be known that Samantha's name was called to the gods at 7:30pm, to this resounding horn! Samantha was a warrior in life, a mother, a daughter…
Please donate, friends. What a tragedy for this young family.
Forwarded from The Traditional Heathens
The Last Pagan King of England: Arwald
During England's history, one figure stands out as a symbol of resilience and tradition: King Arwald of the Isle of Wight. Much of his story will be found in Bede's Historia ecclesiastica gentis Anglorum, Arwald is the last known pagan king in England, and his story is a poignant reminder of the ancient beliefs that once flourished across the land.
King Arwald ruled the Isle of Wight during the 7th century, a time when the spread of Christianity was rapidly changing the religious landscape of Britain. Despite the growing influence of Christian missionaries, Arwald remained steadfast in his adherence to the old ways, embodying the enduring spirit of Germanic paganism.
Arwald's resistance to conversion was not merely a personal choice but a defense of his people's cultural heritage. His reign symbolized a last stand for the pagan traditions that had been practiced for centuries. Unfortunately, this defiance led to conflict. In 686 AD, Arwald faced the forces of King Caedwalla of Wessex, a newly converted Christian king with ambitions to expand his territory.
After a fierce battle, Arwald was killed, and his kingdom fell into the hands of Caedwalla. In a tragic turn, Arwald's brothers, who were captured and baptized under duress, were also executed shortly after. This marked the end of the last pagan kingdom in England, but Arwald's legacy lived on.
Arwald's story is more than a historical footnote; it is a testament to the resilience of ancient traditions in the face of overwhelming change. As we honor his memory, we celebrate the rich cultural and spiritual heritage of our ancestors.
#TheTraditionalHeathens #PaganHistory #KingArwald #NorseMythology #CulturalHeritage #GermanicPaganism
During England's history, one figure stands out as a symbol of resilience and tradition: King Arwald of the Isle of Wight. Much of his story will be found in Bede's Historia ecclesiastica gentis Anglorum, Arwald is the last known pagan king in England, and his story is a poignant reminder of the ancient beliefs that once flourished across the land.
King Arwald ruled the Isle of Wight during the 7th century, a time when the spread of Christianity was rapidly changing the religious landscape of Britain. Despite the growing influence of Christian missionaries, Arwald remained steadfast in his adherence to the old ways, embodying the enduring spirit of Germanic paganism.
Arwald's resistance to conversion was not merely a personal choice but a defense of his people's cultural heritage. His reign symbolized a last stand for the pagan traditions that had been practiced for centuries. Unfortunately, this defiance led to conflict. In 686 AD, Arwald faced the forces of King Caedwalla of Wessex, a newly converted Christian king with ambitions to expand his territory.
After a fierce battle, Arwald was killed, and his kingdom fell into the hands of Caedwalla. In a tragic turn, Arwald's brothers, who were captured and baptized under duress, were also executed shortly after. This marked the end of the last pagan kingdom in England, but Arwald's legacy lived on.
Arwald's story is more than a historical footnote; it is a testament to the resilience of ancient traditions in the face of overwhelming change. As we honor his memory, we celebrate the rich cultural and spiritual heritage of our ancestors.
#TheTraditionalHeathens #PaganHistory #KingArwald #NorseMythology #CulturalHeritage #GermanicPaganism
Forwarded from Survive the Jive: All-feed
New interview with Thor of Norse Magic and Beliefs. He asked me all about stone ships 🚢 🗿
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e5giAd7IfJ8
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e5giAd7IfJ8
YouTube
Scanidnavian Stone Ships with @Survivethejive -History & Spiritual Use
Links below
"Mysteries Unveiled: Scandinavian Stone Ships from Bronze Age to Viking Age"
Link to Tom's "Starting Heathenry" course
https://startingheathenry.thinkific.com/courses/starting-heathenry
Airbnb Owners check us out here!
https://norseretreats.com/…
"Mysteries Unveiled: Scandinavian Stone Ships from Bronze Age to Viking Age"
Link to Tom's "Starting Heathenry" course
https://startingheathenry.thinkific.com/courses/starting-heathenry
Airbnb Owners check us out here!
https://norseretreats.com/…
Vidar Rising shares good Heathen content, the informational and the funny. Sometimes controversial, but always with the intent of spreading awareness or educating our folk.
Certain page owners need to realize that constant infighting is sketch, and demands for side-taking won’t be met kindly here.
If a channel makes some blasphemous end all post, they‘ll be written off, but people‘s genuine takes even if disagreeable, aren’t.
Throw down physically and respect the outcomes, or learn to exist in the same spaces in a more masculine manner by respectfully disagreeing or not interacting at all.
Frankly, if the insult is effeminate, somehow vaguely Jewish, or suspiciously shit-stirry, then you‘re all to blame in some degree and lack the awareness to realize it (let alone appreciate others‘ contributions to heathenry, while not realizing these beefs are almost wholly personal and not theological).
We’ll keep forwarding whoever‘s content is good, for the benefit of Germanic heathens with folkish outlooks.
Posts that are whiney, irrelevant and gay, or attacking others with no benefit to the whole, get that tsk or will be ignored.
You‘re Odin‘s men but you act like internet addicted women.
Certain page owners need to realize that constant infighting is sketch, and demands for side-taking won’t be met kindly here.
If a channel makes some blasphemous end all post, they‘ll be written off, but people‘s genuine takes even if disagreeable, aren’t.
Throw down physically and respect the outcomes, or learn to exist in the same spaces in a more masculine manner by respectfully disagreeing or not interacting at all.
Frankly, if the insult is effeminate, somehow vaguely Jewish, or suspiciously shit-stirry, then you‘re all to blame in some degree and lack the awareness to realize it (let alone appreciate others‘ contributions to heathenry, while not realizing these beefs are almost wholly personal and not theological).
We’ll keep forwarding whoever‘s content is good, for the benefit of Germanic heathens with folkish outlooks.
Posts that are whiney, irrelevant and gay, or attacking others with no benefit to the whole, get that tsk or will be ignored.
You‘re Odin‘s men but you act like internet addicted women.
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