by Diana L. Paxson - £10.99 Citadel Press Inc.,U.S. (2007)
paperback
ISBN 13: 9780806527086 | ISBN 10: 0806527080
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.
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 introuction to a centuries-old religion that continues to enrich and fascinate its followers today.
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