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Odin

Ecstasy, Runes, & Norse Magic

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Written by: Diana L. Paxson
Narrated by: Jo Anna
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Odin is arguably one of the most enigmatic and complex characters in Norse mythology. Revered since the Viking Age, Odin has been called the greatest of the gods—the god of words and wisdom, runes and magic, a transformer of consciousness, and a trickster who teaches truth. He is both war god and poetry god, and he is the Lord of Ravens, the All-Father, and the rune master. Odin: Ecstasy, Runes, and Norse Magic is the first book on Odin that is both historically sourced and accessible to a general audience. It explores Odin's origins, his appearances in sagas, old magic spells, and the Poetic Edda, and his influence on modern media, such as Tolkien's Lord of the Rings. Each chapter features suggestions for rituals, exercises, and music so that listeners can comprehend and become closer to this complicated god. Author Diana Paxson draws on both scholarship and experience to provide context, resources, and guidance for those who are drawn to work with the Master of Ecstasy today. Customs & Traditions Divination Religious Studies Social Sciences Spirituality Magic Parapsychology Extrasensory Perception Norse Middle Ages Viking Mythology
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This books gives you an introduction to A LOT of things about ODIN - but does give resources for additional reading if you want to learn more. I like how the book was split into 9 different aspects of Odin - to help you better understand many of his names, and meet him under all of these guises. As someone who has felt Odin's call - I have wanted to learn more for a long time but all of the information out there is intimidating - especially when we get into the areas where Odin has been used by white supremacists and folkist attitudes of race, religion, and superiority.

I am glad to see that this book did not hide this fact - but ultimately warned the reader that this attitude is out there and to read with a grain of salt.

Really great introduction

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