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Essential Ásatrú

Walking the Path of Norse Paganism

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Essential Ásatrú

By: Diana L. Paxson, Isaac Bonewits - foreword
Narrated by: Ann Richardson
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About this listen

In Essential Asatru, renowned author and priestess Diana Paxson demystifies an ancient, rich, and often misunderstood religion, and offers a practical guide for its modern followers.

Filled with clear, concise instructions on living Asatru every day, this truly accessible guide takes you on a journey from Asatru's origins in Scandinavian and German paganism to its recognition as an official religion in the 1970s and its widespread acceptance today.

Essential Asatru also includes:

  • A complete history of Asatru gods and goddesses, including Odin, Thor, and Ostara
  • The life values, such as honor, truth, fidelity, and hospitality, that shape Asatru's tenets
  • Indispensable information on rituals, rune casting, ethics, and divination

Essential Asatru is an elegant and splendid introduction to a centuries-old religion that continues to enrich and fascinate its followers today.

©2006 Diana L. Paxson (P)2021 Tantor Other Religions, Practices & Sacred Texts Religious Studies Spirituality Witchcraft Norse Parapsychology Extrasensory Perception Magic Divination Essential Paganism

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Everything you need to know to decide if Asatru is for you. Essential Asatru is surprisingly thorough for an introduction, informative and simple to follow. The narration is clear and engaging - easy listening with a purpose. If you're not sure what Asatru is, start with this. Paxson's excellent guide brings to life the philosophy and practice of this ancient religion in a way that is meaningful in the 21st century.

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This is very American which is annoying for a European subject. A few red flags in there in my opinion.

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