A journey to fulfillment and renewal.
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 acceptance as an official religion in the 1970s.
The book 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
This is an elegant and splendid introduction to a centuries-old religion that continues to enrich and fascinate its followers today.
Praise for Diana L. Paxson
“An accomplished writer . . . I look forward to reading any of Diana Paxson's work.” —Marion Zimmer Bradley
“A skilled writer.” —Publishers Weekly on Priestess of Avalon
Product details
Attribute name |
Attribute value |
Author
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Diana L. Paxson |
Dimensions
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140 x 209 x 15 mm |
Imprint
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Citadel |
ISBN
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9780806527086 |
Language
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English |
Media type
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Paperback |
Original title
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Essential asatru - walking the path of norse paganism |
Page count
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224 |
Product no
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9780806527086 |
Publish date
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2007-01-05 |
Publisher
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Penguin Random House US |
RRP List price
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12.95 USD |
Weight
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210 g |