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Offerings To Odin And How To Make Offerings To Odin

Odin is one of the major deities in Norse Mythology. He is considered the “All-Father” and is associated with knowledge, wisdom, poetry, war, divination, magic and Seidr. Learn how to make offerings to him.

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What Is A Gyðja In Norse Shamanism? What Is The Role Of A Gydja?

A Gyðja is a female priestess, healer, seeress and acted as an oracle in Norse shamanism and Seidr haling practices. The Gyðja was considered an intermediary between humans and the gods/goddesses to bring though healing, blessings and wisdom from the gods to the community. 

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Who Is Norse Goddess Eir? Goddess Of Healing In Seidr

According to the old Norse texts of the Prose Edda and the Poetic Edda, Goddess Eir is a very special goddess who is important to Odin. The name Eir means ‘help’ or ‘mercy’ and she is considered to have special healing abilities.

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What Are Runes? What Are Runes Used For?

Runes are an ancient alphabet and lettering system of the Germanic languages and were also used as a system of writing by the Norse people and Vikings. These runes were thought to have magical properties and had a sacred significance to the Norse people. Runes were used in special divination, magical practices and for protection.

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