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Ásatrú is frequently regarded as one of the Neopagan family of religions. That family includes Wicca, Celtic Druidism, and re-creations of Egyptian, Greek, Roman, and other ancient Pagan religions. However, many Ásatrúar prefer the term "Heathen" or "Pagan" rather than "Neopagan;" they look upon their tradition as "not just a branch on the Neopagan tree" but as a separate tree. Unlike Wicca, which has gradually evolved into many different traditions, the reconstruction of Ásatrú has been based on the surviving historical record. Its followers have maintained it as closely as possible to the original religion of the Norse people.
Asatru or 'satr' is an Icelandic word which is a translation of the Danish word "Asetro." Asetro was "first seen in 1885 in an article in the periodical "Fjallkonan". The next recorded instance was in "Hei'inn si'ur ' 'slandi" ("Heathen traditions in Iceland.") by 'lafur Briem (Reykjav'k, 1945)." It means "belief in the ?i>sir," the Gods. "Ásatrú" is a combination of "Asa" which is the possessive case of the word 'sir (Æsir) and "Tru" which means belief or religion.
Throughout Scandinavia the religion is called Forn Si'r (which means the Ancient way or tradition), Forn sed (the Old custom), Nordisk sed (Nordic custom), or Hedensk sed (Pagan custom). Other names are:
Norse Heathenism, Germanic Heathenism, the Elder Troth, the Old Way, Asetro, Vor Si r (our way), Forn Si r (Ancient way), Forn sed (the old custom), Nordisk sed (Nordic custom), or Hedensk sed (Pagan custom), Odinism or Folkish 'satr'.
The religion's origin is lost in antiquity. At its peak, it covered all of Northern Europe. Countries gradually converted to Christianity. In 1000 CE, Iceland became the second last Norse culture to convert. Their prime motivation was economic. Sweden was ruled by a Pagan king until 1085 CE.
Icelandic poet Goði Sveinbjorn Beinteinsson promoted government recognition of Asatru as a legitimate religion; this status was granted in 1972. Since the early 1970's, the religion has been in a period of rapid growth in the former Norse countries, as well as in Europe and North America.
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Exploring The Rune Mysteries. by Uruzz Tyrburr 1 Reply
Started by Dept of PMM Artists & things. Last reply by Dept of PMM Artists & things Feb 2, 2014.
The Wild Hunt by stevengoesmyths
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BÓSA SAGA OK HERRAUÐS by Kaj Hansen 2 Replies
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EGILS SAGA EINHENDA OK ÁSMUNDAR BERSERKJABANA by Kaj Hansen 2 Replies
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FRIÐÞJÓFS SAGA INS FRÆKNA by Kaj Hansen
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Loki 2 Replies
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JG O'Donoghue Illustrator Woodstown Viking
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Lagertha fornd Vikings offensive weapons. /via: http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/ancient/vikings/
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Marines Convert To Norse Paganism, Demand Horns And Wings On Helmets By Lee Ho Fuk
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How much material damage did the Northmen actually do to ninth-century Europe? By Lesley Anne Morden
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10 Creatures in Scandinavian Folklore Rebecca Winther-Sørensen
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The Hammer of Thor by stevengoesmyths
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HRANA SAGA HRINGS by Kaj Hansen
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GUNNLAUGS SAGA ORMSTUNGU by Kaj Hansen
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GUNNARS SAGA KELDUGNÚPSFÍFLS by Kaj Hansen
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Alþingi Viking Parliament
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How Interconnected Characters May Reveal the Reality Behind the Stories of Vikin Sagas
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Old Norse people drank wine 3,000 years ago By: Asbjørn Mølgaard Sørensen
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Who was Thor? by Donna Morgan 3 Replies
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The death of Baldur 1 Reply
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Uncle Thor's Lessons, Anecdotes and Humor
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Comment by Dept of PMM Artists & things on August 31, 2012 at 10:01am
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Some nice info on basic Viking kit for males here: http://www.myarmoury.com/talk/viewtopic.php?t=24474&postdays=0&postorder=asc&highlight=vendel+madness&start=0
Specifically the Gulating laws which are Norwegian in nature: Whenever a weapon-thing is to be held...all free men of major age shall attend that Thing. Now the men shall display their weapons as the law demands, A man shall have a broadaxe or sword, a spear and a shield which at the worst must have three small plates of iron laid across it and shall have the hand grip fastened with iron nails. Each of these three folk weapons carries a fine of three oras if wanting.
Also on plundering bodies: 'nithing crime if a man robs a fallen man on the battlefield by stripping off his clothes and taking his weapons'. To be declared 'nithing' is about as bad as it gets in Norse society of the time (it was the usually penalty for murder) and usually meant that the guilty party was permanently outlawed.
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Patchwork Merchant Mercenaries had its humble beginnings as an idea of a few artisans and craftsmen who enjoy performing with live steel fighting. As well as a patchwork quilt tent canvas. Most had prior military experience hence the name.
Patchwork Merchant Mercenaries.
Vendertainers that brought many things to a show and are know for helping out where ever they can.
As well as being a place where the older hand made items could be found made by them and enjoyed by all.
We expanded over the years to become well known at what we do. Now we represent over 100 artisans and craftsman that are well known in their venues and some just starting out. Some of their works have been premiered in TV, stage and movies on a regular basis.
Specializing in Medieval, Goth , Stage Film, BDFSM and Practitioner.
Patchwork Merchant Mercenaries a Dept of, Ask For IT was started by artists and former military veterans, and sword fighters, representing over 100 artisans, one who made his living traveling from fair to festival vending medieval wares. The majority of his customers are re-enactors, SCAdians and the like, looking to build their kit with period clothing, feast gear, adornments, etc.
Likewise, it is typical for these history-lovers to peruse the tent (aka mobile store front) and, upon finding something that pleases the eye, ask "Is this period?"
A deceitful query!! This is not a yes or no question. One must have a damn good understanding of European history (at least) from the fall of Rome to the mid-1600's to properly answer. Taking into account, also, the culture in which the querent is dressed is vitally important. You see, though it may be well within medieval period, it would be strange to see a Viking wearing a Caftan...or is it?
After a festival's time of answering weighty questions such as these, I'd sleep like a log! Only a mad man could possibly remember the place and time for each piece of kitchen ware, weaponry, cloth, and chain within a span of 1,000 years!! Surely there must be an easier way, a place where he could post all this knowledge...
Traveling Within The World is meant to be such a place. A place for all of these artists to keep in touch and directly interact with their fellow geeks and re-enactment hobbyists, their clientele.
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