Category Archives: Rituals

Here is the section where we discuss Rituals, ritual structures, etc.

The Hammer Rite

Posted on April 16, 2009 by mohnkern

What is a Hammer Rite? Thor’s Hammer, Mjolnir is the tool with which Thor continually fights the Jotuns, it’s the means of bringing his goats back to life, and also traditionally used to bless a bride at a wedding. In … Continue reading →

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The Blot

Posted on April 15, 2009 by mohnkern

The Blot Copyright (C) 1991, 1992 Lewis Stead Edited by Scott Mohnkern, 2007. The Blot is the most common ritual within Asatru. In its simplest form a blot is making a sacrifice to the Gods. In the old days this … Continue reading →

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Eir Blot

Posted on April 15, 2009 by mohnkern

Santification Eir is, a goddess of the Æsir who is called ‘best of physicians’ in the Edda. Eir is also counted among the Valkyries, connecting her to the ability to ‘choose the slain’ and awaken the dead. She is skilled … Continue reading →

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