{"product_id":"viking-poetry-for-heathen-rites-asatru-liturgy-in-traditional-verse-9781947407015","title":"Viking Poetry for Heathen Rites: Asatru Liturgy in Traditional Verse","description":"\u003ch2\u003eViking Poetry for Heathen Rites: Asatru Liturgy in Traditional Verse\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis comprehensive collection presents liturgical poetry specifically crafted for Asatru practitioners to honor the Aesir and Vanir using the authentic alliterative meters from the Viking Age. For the first time in centuries, worshippers can offer the Gods their sacred mead of poetry—the same precious gift Odin brought to Asgard, brewed from honey and the blood of wisdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthentic Viking Age Poetic Forms\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book contains verse written in traditional alliterative meters that the Gods and their worshippers used during the Viking Age. Each poem follows the metrical patterns and structural conventions that made Norse poetry a sacred art form, ensuring your offerings maintain historical authenticity and spiritual resonance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eComplete Ritual Poetry Collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInside this volume, you will find:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoetry for hallowing ritual space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNarrative verse telling stories from Norse mythology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvocations for calling the Gods and holy beings to your blessings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDialogue for ritual dramas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePraise poems dedicated to the Gods and other divine figures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSumbel toasts for ceremonial drinking rites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrayers for various occasions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eScholar and Award-Winning Poet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor Eirik Westcoat brings both academic credentials and practical experience to this work. As a long-time Asatruar, he has presented his award-winning poetry at multiple regional Asatru gatherings throughout the American Northeast. His academic background includes a degree in Viking and Medieval Norse Studies, with specialization in Old Norse mythology, poets, and poetry. His scholarly work includes published articles on the galdralag meter and the meaning of the valknut symbol. This debut poetry collection represents years of study and devotion to Norse tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFor Heathen Ceremonial Practice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you conduct solitary rites or participate in group ceremonies, this book provides the poetic resources needed for meaningful Heathen worship. The verses serve practitioners seeking to deepen their spiritual practice through the power of traditional poetic forms, offering the Gods the same type of artistic excellence they received in ancient times.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Skaldic Eagle Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50493300310290,"sku":"9781947407015","price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_7f2a7c79-62a4-41c4-9295-7f15c95f1cdb.jpg?v=1730642535","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/viking-poetry-for-heathen-rites-asatru-liturgy-in-traditional-verse-9781947407015","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}