Why should you go heathen? - Because Heathens are the most honest, honorable, noble, hard-working, law-abiding, and friendly people to have ever lived! |
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Asatru or Heathenry is the religion of the native Northern European peoples.The peoples living in Scandinavian/Nordic/Germanic countries today do not generally view these beliefs as a religion. More like a cultural identity/mythos. They are for the most part Christian in these countries. With a growing segment of Islamic refugees, of course. But some people, whether European or American, or others follow the historical gods of our folk, the religion and traditions evolved along with our people and feel very natural to us. Our religion is one that requires no faith whatsoever. Faith is the belief in something that cannot be proven. That sounds like insanity to us! Our traditions have been around since before recorded history and our gods are alive and present in our lives. They inspire us to be better people, to act with courage and honor, living true to our word and loyal to our kin and friends. We tell all new people interested in learning more about Asatru that doubts and questions are normal and healthy for any thinking adult.
There are a few ways to decide if you are really a Heathen, deep down, but just never knew it.
If you answered YES to these questions... You might be a Heathen! Heathenry is definitely not for everyone, it is only for those not afraid of truth; those that have the patience for learning and research; those that have the courage to follow their convictions; those that wish to grow spiritually and mentally into a person that the gods would be proud to associate with. If you are content to follow the herd, to accept what you are told without question, to trust in others to protect your rights, then you need not look any further. |
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So what is Asatru? | |
What are some basic beliefs of Asatru? Read the Havamal Read the Vafthrudnismal |
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What is the purpose of Go Heathen? | |
Useful Info Pages and FAQ - Sitemap. Everything you need to know to join the Heathen Kinship | |
Crafts, Poetry, and Songs - drinking horns, Runic floor coverings, tunics, and more!! | |
Runes and Magick - A synopsis of runes; various magickal works and theories; Miracles and evidence of the gods | |
Rituals and Blessings - Some of the daily and season rituals that we practice, and the Blessing that we celebrate | |
Heathen Kinship Bookstore! - History and Myths, Runes and Magick, Children's books, and more! (under construction) | |
Asatru Resource Links | |
Asatru Lore Quiz | |
The Heathen Kinship's Wordpress Blog |