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The Feast of Vali
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The Feast of Vali
Many of the people that read these listing that I post look for the historical reference to the holidays. I would like to point out that todays listing is a modern Asatru holiday and although there can be found minor historical references to an event at this time of the year there is no true reference to any specific deity that was worshiped or extensive details about community activities ...(tharr be more)that may have occurred. The Feast of Vali is a modern Asatru Holiday brought about to to celibate one of the younger gods of our ancestors and his contributions to new community of Asafolk.
Many Heathens make blessing to the god Vali at this time and generally enjoy the day. Many use it to celebrate the death of Hodr by Vali, avenging Balder, the son of Odin, and beginning the cycle that starts the new world. It is considered a late winter festival related to the triumph of the sun over the dark days of winter. Noting the familial tie between Vali and Odin, it is held as a celebration of the family and Asatruar exchange cards and gifts with loved ones just like everybody else. It is also a time for the renewal of marriage vows and an occasion for marriages/handfastings.
Some modern Asatru contemplate, if Edred Thorsson is right and the "heart" shape really represents the buttocks and mons veneris, and is really an old symbol of Freya, that it might be more appropriate to honor her on this day? Some see it more in keeping with the spirit and overall feelings of the holiday as well. To each there own.
On this day I will Raise a horn to Vali and remember both his and my family ties. I will share gifts with my children and my Wife. My wife and I will enjoy a great dinner together and I will thank Freya for the love that she has blessed me with in my life.
Hail to the Folk,
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Vincent Enlund
Chieftain, the Wanderer Kindred
Chieftain, the Asatru Alliance
vikingjack@wandererkindred.org
www.wandererkindred.org
www.asatru.org
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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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