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The Old Norse poem Rígsthula preserves an ancient myth about the origins of humanity through the divine inspiration of the god Heimdall, also known as Ríg. This new English translation, with full notes and commentary, brings this myth to new life, and invites readers to reflect on the human condition-then, and now. For every new copy of this edition that is purchased, The Troth will donate one copy for outreach to prisons and the military.

The Hávamál, or "Speech of the High One", is an Old Norse poem that relates wise counsel and ancient myths, spoken by the god Odin. The Hávamál is the centerpiece of the collection known as the Poetic Edda. This new translation brings the poem's timeless wisdom to life. For every new copy of this edition that is purchased, The Troth will donate one copy for outreach to prisons and the military.

Runes. . . the very name seems to conjure up mystery. Runes appear everywhere from rock album covers to Viking and fantasy movies. But what are they, and how are they used? What do they mean? How and why are they used in magic and in divination? This handy pocket-sized booklet presents a brief working knowledge of the ancient writing system of the Germanic-speaking peoples. After learning about the runes' origins and their uses, both for wr...

Our Troth is the single most comprehensive book ever published on the religious traditions of Heathenry: the pre-Christian religions of the Germanic-speaking peoples, revitalized as a living tradition for today. The third edition has been completely revised and updated from the book's original edition in 1993, drawing on the latest scholarship and on developments within the Heathen community. The second volume covers the gods of the ancient Ge...

The ancient Norse goddess of winter and the hunt, who dared to challenge all the gods to win justice. . . Skadi challenges us today to live lives of strength, honor, honesty, and self-reliance.Forgotten by most of the world for a thousand years, she is still here, and she still calls to women and men who embrace the challenges of living fully. This book is a beginning of the path to knowing her. May it lead you to know her wisdom, courage, and...

The ancient Norse goddess of winter and the hunt, who dared to challenge all the gods to win justice. . . Skadi challenges us today to live lives of strength, honor, honesty, and self-reliance.Forgotten by most of the world for a thousand years, she is still here, and she still calls to women and men who embrace the challenges of living fully. This book is a beginning of the path to knowing her. May it lead you to know her wisdom, courage, and...

From operas to comic books, Thor is perhaps the most famous of the gods of the ancient Norsemen and other Germanic-speaking peoples. Less well known is the fact that many thousands of people worship him today, finding that honoring him and knowing his ancient tales helps them find strength, courage, and self-reliance. Jeremy Baer recounts the old tales of Thor and shows how Thor may be honored today.

From operas to comic books, Thor is perhaps the most famous of the gods of the ancient Norsemen and other Germanic-speaking peoples. Less well known is the fact that many thousands of people worship him today, finding that honoring him and knowing his ancient tales helps them find strength, courage, and self-reliance. Jeremy Baer recounts the old tales of Thor and shows how Thor may be honored today.

Written in Iceland around the year 1500, the little book now known only as AM 434a is a treasure trove of medieval medical knowledge. The book lists healing uses for over ninety different herbs. It gives advice on health matters ranging from bloodletting to steam baths to the influence of the moon on health and human life. And it contains a number of magical spells, charms, prayers, runes, and symbols to bring health, wealth, and good fortune....

The Norse men and women who sailed to Iceland brought stories with them-stories of their lives and their ancestors, passed down for centuries, going back in time to great Vikings, legendary heroes, and even the ancient gods and goddesses. A new wave of stories entered with Christianity-stories of exotic lands and beasts, of saints and holy men facing demons and monsters. A third wave of stories came to Iceland via Norway, whose king had commis...

The Norse men and women who sailed to Iceland brought stories with them-stories of their lives and their ancestors, passed down for centuries, going back in time to great Vikings, legendary heroes, and even the ancient gods and goddesses. A new wave of stories entered with Christianity-stories of exotic lands and beasts, of saints and holy men facing demons and monsters. A third wave of stories came to Iceland via Norway, whose king had commis...

Say What I Am collects forty-nine of the best of the Old English riddles found in the Exeter Book, the largest surviving collection of Old English poetry, plus two more found in other manuscripts. Carefully translated by Ben Waggoner, these riddles provide a unique look into the Anglo-Saxon worldview. Through their poetry, common tools and household objects-a key, a plough, an oven, a butter churn-are shown to possess hidden beauty, humor, and...

Can holy blessings be found in a box of donuts? Can an angry, grieving skinhead learn to become a peacemaker after a chance encounter with a strange old lady? Can a rock in a leather bag help a wounded soldier's spirit heal? The Gods of old still walk the world. They can still be found, if you know how to look. And they bring blessings and challenges, suffering and healing, to those who can find them. In this collection of short stories, John ...

A hero breaks into the tomb of an undead Viking to win fabulous treasure. . . a wise king faces enemy armies and hostile magic to win brides for himself and his warriors. . . a rakish outlaw seduces beautiful women and fights monsters on his quest to clear his name. . . a lazy and reluctant boy survives slavery, treachery, and deadly sorcery as he grows into the greatest hero. . . The sagas newly translated in this book are Gautrek's Saga (in ...

Say What I Am collects forty-nine of the best of the Old English riddles found in the Exeter Book, the largest surviving collection of Old English poetry, plus two more found in other manuscripts. Carefully translated by Ben Waggoner, these riddles provide a unique look into the Anglo-Saxon worldview. Through their poetry, common tools and household objects-a key, a plough, an oven, a butter churn-are shown to possess hidden beauty, humor, and...

Can holy blessings be found in a box of donuts?Can an angry, grieving skinhead learn to become a peacemaker after a chance encounter with a strange old lady?Can a rock in a leather bag help a wounded soldier's spirit heal?The Gods of old still walk the world. They can still be found, if you know how to look. And they bring blessings and challenges, suffering and healing, to those who can find them.In this collection of short stories, John T. M...