Practices and Rituals in Norse Religion: A Guide to the Sacred Traditions of the Norse People

The myths tell of gods and giants. This book reveals the rituals that shaped their world. For centuries, the true practices of Norse religion have been a puzzle, pieced together from conflicting sagas and silent artifacts. This guide finally puts the pieces together, reconstructing the visceral reality of their sacred world. Inside, you will discover: The true purpose of the sacrificial blót, from...