Advice for Young Norse Pagans: Answering 20 Community Questions

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@johngaltman 4 года назад

I spent 21 years in the military, and was 43 when the gods helped me out of the depths of PTSD... Good on those that find them early...

@robertkercher1980 3 года назад

I spent eight years in the service and was introduced to Odin by a friend who noticed i was having a difficult time with PTSD and suicidal thou8ghts. It has changed my life. I was raised Christian but it just didn't resonate. As a soldier the Norse way just made more sense to me.

@kathrynhamilton860 3 года назад

As a current soldier I relate to this very much. I found the gods before I joined but they help me in my journey so much

@levihoward4470 3 года назад

How to become a Norse god

@suzieq2288 3 года назад

I'm so sorry for all of you who had to be exposed by so many horrifying things due military or anything else. I am glad that our Allfather can help those who are experiencing such awful situations and feelings. I truly wish you all the love and support because you deserve. Please know that our pagan community is always here to support you. Odin loves you, so do I. Hail Odin.

@aishwaryasitaram2227 3 года назад

Hi John.. please try yoga and meditation.. maybe hard in the beginning but it helps

@stonefoley6664 4 года назад

As a younger pagan I am thankful people like you are here. I am the only pagan in my family and am self taught. I love your videos and thank you for being a teacher. Skål

@Master_Blackthorne 3 года назад

@Linda Kendrick Be very careful. I'm sure your family loves you, but usually when they find out you follow a different faith they interpret that as rejecting their values. Just tell them you like Viking art or Norse mythology until you're on your own.

@suzieq2288 3 года назад

Same here. This man is amazing!

@bigsquatch 3 года назад

I was 18 and an Athiest when I joined the Army in January. I went to a Norse Pagan church service during Basic Training and truly began learning about the gods. At my two lowest points in training, I prayed to Tyr to help me through them, and both times he came through for me. Since then, I've proudly worn a Mjölnir around my neck and happily answer people's questions about paganism, and I'm pretty sure I shattered a lot of people's expectations about what pagans are actually like. I swore to Tyr that I'd devout my life to him and I plan to try and establish more Norse Pagan services in the Army as the one that I attended in Basic was the only one in the entire Army.

@LPMagazin 3 года назад

Try that in the German Army and the Intelligence Service of Germany will watch you instantly.

@Top_Hatt_Chap 3 года назад

Funny when i was in OSUT i went to a norse pagan church at FT Lost in the Woods. Shut down towards the end of my training for some reason unknown but still a follower to this day. If the church opened again that is great news!

@tylerlabombard9092 3 года назад

@@LPMagazin Where the hell was the service at? I spent 2 years at Ft. Leonard Wood and I never realised it was there.

@v.9964 2 года назад

@@LPMagazin that is because , unfortunately, Nordic paganism has been valued by White supremacists since the Nazi days as "white only pride", when in reality, pagans in the ancient times didn't care what color you were. Wars weren't about race, they were about land and profit. They turn something nice into something ugly.

@xanderskylar4831 2 года назад

Instablaster...

@WhoTookMyMirr 3 года назад

I am offering an addendum to Loki, having communicated with him extensively in the past: he is a trickster, not so much a god of chaos exactly. Loki teaches lessons that may seem harsh, but ultimately good for you to grow as an individual. He can and will absolutely remove an obstacle to personal growth by force if he needs to, and let you flounder a little while before helping you out with a cheeky "I told you so" attitude. He has special interest in those that feel they don't fit into rigid gender roles or a binary, or people who feel ostracized from society in general. Walking Loki's path is full of stones and logs that he placed there himself just to see if you're paying attention, but in my experience he's always been there to pick you up and dust you off so you can continue on your journey. He's absolutely not for everyone though.

@SyrinoxNight Год назад

I would assume Loki's never been about strict gender norms considering where Slepnir came from.

@i.libertine6928 3 месяца назад

dawg what

@RazeAVillage 3 года назад

"Who am I to deny the gods talking to you?" You, kind sir, are on my good side. :) The gods call who they will. DNA is not religion.

@Frostforged 3 года назад

I don't hear them. But curious as to what that would be like.

@chunkoldron4567 4 года назад

I am 15 and Tyr started speaking to me during a hard time In my life and he has made my life easier and I also did my first offering today

@xxrealmsxx7459 4 года назад

I'm 15 as well and the first god/goddess I worked with is Flora, who like you with Tyr, helped me during a hard time!

@user-yh4zm4td8z 3 года назад

Tyr just came to me recently and im having a very tough time, It seems Tyr helps those in need who are going through trouble.

@chunkoldron4567 3 года назад

@Blackmarket Airsoft I am so happy for you and I hope the gods do more wonderful things in your life

@mtnmanofcolorado 3 года назад

I am 13 and Tyr has helped me through my life, he has helped me all the way through my life. I since have never gone anywhere without my tiwaz.

@noahshue5579 3 года назад

i think that’s awesome because Tyr is the god of strength and war. you’re at war with hard times, so he’s there to help you through the battle. 💪🏻

@markgarrett7428 4 года назад

The founder of my kindred is japanese and he incorporates a bit of his japanese heritage into his practice. He didn't feel called by any of the religions from his homeland, but he does honor his ancestors. So in addition to blot, sumble, etc, he practices martial arts, does tea ceremony stuff, enjoys other culture aspects, and so on. Makes total sense to me.

@smug3311 3 года назад

cringe

@markgarrett7428 3 года назад

@@smug3311 You'll work through it :)

@lauriejules1371 3 года назад

This is comforting to hear. I've been delving i to my Christian roots and trying to find folk elements within it while trying to connect to Norse and Gaulish deities, so this is great to see there can be balance in eclectic practice. I sometimes feel so overwhelmed.

@theashoakandyewcollective 3 года назад

Fun fact: the first time I asked Odin about offerings he requested ginger snaps. 😂

@nachobidness2553 3 года назад

Hel asked me for berries, despite everyone telling me she wanted other things. I have another patron deity who was curious about why we like Twinkies and asked for a one-time offering of one. 😄

@poserdisposer6460 2 года назад

I asked Odin what he wanted today and he said water, because it was all I had to offer and it meant a lot that I wanted to give him something.

@OuselBird7 2 года назад

I am from China, I felt connected with Odin and I had lots of thoughts. This video does help a lot! Thank you for making this video!!

@BattleofTrenton 2 года назад

Are you allowed to worship in China?

@zanzao-1ps318 2 года назад

@@BattleofTrenton Allowed to worship in a concentration camp*

@B1_1_9_7_5 2 месяца назад

@@BattleofTrentonYou're thinking of north korea

@housewifehorrors375 4 года назад

I'm not young, I'm a SAHM married to a very strict evangelical Christian and so is everyone I'm surrounded by... I'm so new to this, but the God of Israel never spoke to me. I feel like I'm walking blind and need help. Thank you for your videos.

@Mumintrollet8921 3 года назад

@Brian Hensley Well thats what i was going to say brother! XD

@anonymousgirl4969 3 года назад

SAHM stands for 'stay at home mom' and as for the "why did you marry this person?" comment, oh come on... people change, beliefs evolve etc. Does this really have to be explained? Hope you're ok OP.

@anonymousgirl4969 3 года назад

@Brian Hensley Well when we grow, we change don't we? Anyway I think we're splitting hairs; hopefully you understood the sentiment of my comment.

@kawtulu3052 3 года назад

@Brian Hensley lol relax i dont think her "oppressive christian family" isnt holding her hostage. Shes a stay at home mom so im prety sure shes got the time.

@hummingbird8707 3 года назад

@@kawtulu3052 A stay at home mom does not have much time at all. Our work day never ends.

@sylerrobertson7473 4 года назад

As a kemetic pagen I think it’s awsome how your supplying a healthy place for other Norse pagens to come to and learn, keep it up man!

@mamauaa368 3 года назад

I'm an eclectic pagan who studied and uses a heavy amount of kemetic influence. I love this guys videos cause he works in norse practice similar to hoe I do with kemetic info

@andrea4268 3 года назад

what is a kemetic pagan? in what do you believe?

@wooo1186 3 года назад

@@andrea4268 it's the ancient egyptian gods

@andrea4268 3 года назад

@@wooo1186 ok

@theberzerkermw1019 4 года назад

I am thirteen and Thor has reached out and talked to me. I wear my mjolnir with pride and no regret. I love my gods and I don’t care what anybody says.

@nebulonicc 4 года назад

I'm 16, Thor reached out to me a couple months ago! hello fellow Thor follower :)

@pnkcnlng228 4 года назад

So I'm not the youngest of the community hahahah, I'm 14, maybe we can speak together, It would be cool sharing our thought as young pagans

@theberzerkermw1019 4 года назад

Is there a platform you guys would like to talk on

@theberzerkermw1019 4 года назад

It feels good having other Norse pagans to talk to

@nebulonicc 4 года назад

@@theberzerkermw1019 I'm on Pagans and witches amino! We can talk there if you'd like? Or discord?

@maxvantrease814 4 года назад

ODIN IS WITH US!!!

@foxaral3963 4 года назад

I love this video, but i still don't know how to tell my parents even though i know they will be excited for me. UPDATE!!: I told my mom, she was kinda shocked but glad i told her and happy i was going on my own path!!

@andreavolpi2 3 года назад

So beautiful to see the update!

@thespider-vikingshow3908 3 года назад

I can't believe i finally found a community that have the same belives and same interests as me

@brendacoffey7085 3 года назад

I think this is awesome!! I am not “young pagan” but I’m new to this path. I have always felt a connection to pagan gods. I have had dreams and insight all my life. I am just now learning that this is what they were!! I have always been an empath and living near an indigenous burial ground was a little scary for a young kid. There have been many things that has been opening my eyes but when I looked up what the ravens following me EVERYWHERE. This made me start to look into this more.

@73reegan84official 2 года назад

I'm devoted to Odin, Tyr, and Thor, i wish all my friends good fortune by telling them these words, "May Odin guide you, Tyr lead you to victory, and Thor give you strength." and so far i've gotten nothing but love back, my friends joke around with me in a kind way by calling me Bloodhound from Apex Legends or just Viking because of my norse beliefs, but i feel that no matter what beliefs we have we're going to show the same kindness that we would if we had the same beliefs

@williamw1508 3 года назад

I’m 14 and when my best friend died I was having a really hard time coping with it but the æsir starting speaking to me and I felt better thank you for the advice and helping me come to term with my beliefs

@violenceislife1987 4 года назад

From a 33 yr old Norse Pagan and my 51 yr old Norse Pagan husband; our advice: Meditation & MyFaRoG

@becauseimbatman7546 4 года назад

True. Meditation is the key to listen to the gods. First things first , focus on breath; then on body; then, focus on the sounds of nature. Its an incredible way to communicate with gods/spirits/ancestors. And even if the gods don't want to speak for a reason, you can always find peace within yourself. Its a gift of nature. Use it when needed :-D

@violenceislife1987 4 года назад

@@Mrrafngard burn the witch? Just because he holds a different opinion? His game book is good.

@torstenscott7571 4 года назад

@@Mrrafngard I would disagree with him being a white supremacist. I disagree with some of his opinions and beliefs, however I did see a video of his addressing specifically that he didn't believe Europeans were superior to other races, but that each race was adapted ( due to geographic differences ) to have different advantages or tendencies. I think the various labels thrown around merely put people with complex viewpoints into a convenient box.

@InhabitantOfOddworld 4 года назад

Varg is great, I miss his absence on RU-vid now

@Vagabund92 4 года назад

Varg and his wife have really some interessting theories on paganism. Beside his political stance, his interpretation are really worth a look just because they are so unique and deep.

@rachelp9158 4 года назад

Nicely done, both of you. Not that I'm a young Norse pagan, but I did like the thought inspiring ideas.

@gajeelprimegaming7569 3 года назад

i was always pagan that's what my grandfather taught me he was native and i just guided to Norse pagan. I worship the gods but my main ones are Vidarr and Thor. I'm 25 and in the army and i got my ra for my beard. and this path has made my life so much better. the gods have guided me and helped. and thank you for your information

@emyris_unknown7823 4 года назад

Thank you for allowing me to be a part of this. I'm grateful for everything I've learned from you and I'm excited for what I still have yet to discover! Also, my crazy mess of hair was far worse than your one rogue strand. We are just going to have "filming" hats from now on 🤣

@thebusbums2825 4 года назад

I was having a really shitty morning trying to upload.. this video really brightened my day. Happy Beltane

@kennethsisson9190 3 года назад

I remember when i had a huge moment when i was in iraq. My platoon was leaving a house after a raid and something caught the corner of my eye. I turned to look and seen an old man in a gray cloak. I started to approach him with my weapon drawn shouting my commands to get down. He smiled at me and disappeared. I remember his hair covered his right eye. I thought the heat was getting to me so i turned to walk away as i was pulling rear security. I left the house and got in my hmmwv and started to leave then the house explodes. I ducked down on my turret mounted .50 cal. I swear i seen a black bird fly from the explosion. I never put it together till i listened to the calling i felt in the essence of my everything. Lol. But i raise my axe to Odin, Tyr, Hiemdall, Loki, etc. They've always been with us. I give Thanks for them for helping me recognize the path. I now live for them and hope that i will honor them in all aspects of my life.

@ReVivExDEATH 4 года назад

This has cleared up so much cloudiness in my head and heart. Thank you.

@BigBurlyMuscleManly 2 года назад

Thank you soo much for the information! This really helps in my journey!

@pandorasbox243 3 года назад

when i was a child around 4 my mother used her paganism as a way to control scare and abuse me, I had an altar. I dont know what god that altar was for but i remember it being a hurtful thing for me regarding how my mother would weaponize it and i never thought id ever feel the calling to this sort of faith till I was on a plane for the first time of my life and i simply read the name freya out loud reading an article about norse paganism and i felt this overwhelming warmness envelop me and i cried like a baby on that plane basically by myself only being three other passengers and I never felt a connection till then feeling like Freya was with me showing her care for me and making me feel warm and free of anxiety about it all. I dont know how to start or if my altar as a child was for freya but all i know is that she wants a connection and I want one too. I fear whoever my childhood altar was for might not ever want to work with me or speak to me but I know that if it was for Freya she understands why as a toddler i felt the way I felt for that and the things I had to do.

@arturosilva3869 3 года назад

The way I found out Odin contacted me was a prolonged interest in him, and even tho I'm mainly Mexican and partially German (majority Mexican) and I feel his power, it just gives me joy that I found Odin (honorable mention who contacted me is Mainly Loki and Chernobog[slavic god of darkness and evil which I decided not to/undecided] and some hit or miss that are my other immediate gods but I don't contact a lot are Freya/Freyja and Thor)

@untitledvoodoo1304 4 года назад

your videos have really helped me learn more about my path, im looking into getting some of the books youve listed in your videos once i have the money! i love love love your channel man

@happypirate1000 3 года назад

Thank you for question #17! I have recently found your channel, but I had to make sure you were an inclusive heathen before subscribing. You have a new subscriber and admirer!

@chaningdodson4245 3 года назад

Thank you, this, an finding your channel as re amped my faith i shall wear my hammer again. I've had a hard time these last few months

@bigninjiwcr2277 3 года назад

You guys are so friggin informal, and I thank you for the kinda inspiration. I felt a sort of pull to Norse Paganism, but I just never knew how to pursuit it. Now that I know that I'm not the only one struggling, it made me feel a lot better. I'm 18 and I've debated Norse Paganism since I was 15 or 16 years old. Until the Hall! Skall!

@elliothouser6033 3 года назад

Thank you you have answered some of the questions I need

@kredlseeve3248 4 года назад

Appreciate it man helps alot being new to all this

@PaganRyan28 Год назад

Keep making awesome videos, open peoples minds

@kayleereacts8794 3 года назад

I just wanted to say thank you for doing this I'm new to paganism and there's so much to learn so I'm glad you're teaching us

@cm-ig7nq 4 года назад

It's funny how you say that you like taking notes while I was taking notes to go through this path. Thanks.

@f.rsneep5007 Год назад

it was a few interesting questions and answers greetings from the Netherlands and may Wodan aka Odin be with you

@blackbettybambalam4006 3 года назад

I am a Norse Pegan as well as a father. I was worried at the beginning of the video when I heard the first question. I now have a much deeper respect for you. I have prayed tp the all father for several years now and I believe I have received confirmation directly from Odin about honoring your father as well as your mother. Love your content brother. Skal.

@loqlanhartwig9296 4 года назад

Thank you for giving us information

@Omoonlitenights 2 месяца назад

im currently 15 and have started practicing in 7th grade (how ever old i was then) and this was incredibly helpful :) i love listening to your lessons and they really really lead me in my practice! Skål !

@ravenmartin679 3 года назад

I’m 18 raised in a very religious (Christian) household and me and my husband have always been interested in this stuff, I started watching viking, as one does😂, and obviously it is very romanized but the basis of it but Odin has always interested me the most, and I didn’t really think about actually following this religion but I was going to work one day and noticed a raven sitting on a light pole near my work, I’ve always loved ravens and everything about them. Obviously my name is raven so I’ve always felt a connection with with them and recently I’ve noticed them more and they are not very common where I live, so now that I have learned a little more I see it as Odin giving me signs and I find such comfort it that. And I believe it is time to start my journey.

@joshclements7406 3 года назад

I feel like I am most connected to Odin. Everywhere I go I see a black raven. And I know Odin is with me and protects me everywhere I go. He is the all father.

@mariaarchuleta811 3 года назад

I’ve actually always been interested in Hel and have felt a close connection but I have been hesitant joining the Norse paganism as I was raised in a Christian household and have this fear instilled into me. But after finding your channel I feel this fear finally going away.

@nachobidness2553 3 года назад

Hel has a very gentle, "sun-facing" side underneath her traditionally stern demeanor (most of which we have assigned to her). Don't be afraid to approach her, but be aware that her healing methods aren't always as gentle as she is. 😉

@ambrenigma1727 4 года назад

This has been so enriching and encouraging to hear! I feel so wholesome. Thank you, Jacob and Kaycee!

@gabriellamariemartinez6079 3 года назад

Great and to the point answers. Really enjoyed this video. I come from Hispanic descent, and never truly felt pulled to Christianity or Catholicism. When I learned about Norse Paganism, I was instantly intrigued, and yearned to learn more. You're videos are a great gateway for me to do so. While I am still hesitant about my ethnicity, I wish to find faith in something. The more I learn about Norse Paganism, the more it calls to me.

@Thorfinn_Son_Of_Thors 3 года назад

Tyr and Freyja have been with me for a while. Tyr helped me during a recent dark time and justice was served to someone who dreadfully wronged my family, and Freyja has been a guide of more love and care in my life, not to mention-as silly as it is-I have a deep love and care for my cats, and when I have anxiety due to them being out late-I live in the countryside-she always seems to guide them back home swiftly. And when I first started this path, I respectfully asked the god Þor to show me a sign if the gods really were there, and not 3 minutes later on a crystal clear night, thunder began to rumble and it down poured.

@dubstep1over287 3 года назад

DUDE WHAT I just was picking this to start doing this and the music is EXACTLY what I listen to wow I’m already in we’ll to it.thays for the video.

@danielag.ishikawa 2 года назад

I felt connected with Hel from the first moment and Frey, its a really nice chaos! Tks for this video

@UnchartedAtlas 3 года назад

I'm glad you didn't shy away from question 17! Well put

@michaeljarvis5000 2 года назад

Great video, I'm new norse pegan and I'm finding your information very inspirational. At 43 years of age, I feel I have so much to learn. Thank you for these videos.

@noahhecker6672 3 года назад

Thank you for this sir. I actually am fortunate enough to have been given books like the havamal and the prose/Poetic Edda. Seeing all this knowledge as more than just history and more as an actual real experience with real beings is something that I hope to be able to understand soon

@LindaNeijts Год назад

I am still quite new to all of this, I think I believe for about half an year now! And I am very greatfull that you have sharing this. I am self thought and I try to do the best, and I keep learning everyday more and more! I am at a very happy point in my life now since I’ve been honoring the gods more! Skål everyone!

@itsyaboileroy6145 4 года назад

As someone who’s felt a strong connection to Tyr due to being born on his day and feeling him drawing me toward him I love him and all my gods. These videos have really helped me on my journey! Many thanks brother skal!

@dylantowers876 4 года назад

Im really glad i found this. I just recently got into norse paganism. And my family has had a good past with paganism but nobody has really got into norse. But i feel i have felt odin connect with me and im conviced this is for me i just dont really know how to go down the path. Also something i want to know more about is valhalla. Thank you x

@KhloeLightholder 3 года назад

Omg I love your channel so much, I’ve always had that itch to do a few pagan bits of content on my channel but I was always too scared to! I’ve seen your channel and it’s seriously inspired me! So I thought what the hell, lol, asked my audience on RU-vid community and they are really cool with it! Tha k you man! Skal! Xxxx

@PunkerSchmied 3 года назад

the conversation at the end, that is real wisdom

@foxaral3963 4 года назад

I thank you, and The gods for reaching out to me ever since i have started looking at this channel out of curiosity i have been called by the gods and started my journey through this religion. My parents are happy for me and i have never been more happy in my life. Thank you

@MinimalSymphony 4 года назад

Good answers!! I loved the final part too. Do more conversations! Also, would you do a general review about The Last Kingdom?

@TheWisdomOfOdin 4 года назад

Just finished season 4, so im thinking about it!

@mattvdh 2 года назад

Great questions!

@TheEx0dius 4 года назад

Great Video Guys. This is an important topic, if it sets one young pagan on the right path it was worth it. Keep up the great videos. Skål

@Dungeons_and_Crawdads 3 года назад

26 years old and this video actually helped me out a lot! Love the videos Jacob, keep them up, and Skål! Also.. where did you get your cup?? I want one! Lol

@xRuhRohx 4 года назад

Thank you for this video! Skål

@foxtayle. 4 года назад

I just turned 18 and i've been practicing sine i was 16 which has always been a struggle for me since i never really had a mentor to teach me what to do. This video was so helpful and really took a weight off my mind. I've always been worried about how im worshipping and how im making offerings that aren't "enough". Thank you so much!

@mtsanri 3 года назад

You speak so beautifully of your faith and your gods that I feel touched. (29 btw but watched this anyway)

@rhylankaye2320 3 года назад

thank you thank you thank you. im 21and you have inspired me to take this path in life.

@thejollydwarf2275 2 года назад

I had a Yggdrasill bracelet that I left on the table one night and it vanished the next morning. I was really mad at first and often dreamed of finding it a lot. After a while I decided to get a more nordic looking necklace and bracelet. They have yet to go missing! I'm still new to a lot of this but it makes me so happy that I've found your channel to help me! Thank you!

@arthurdibbartistblacksmith6096 3 года назад

I've been a follower of, Asatru for over 7 years now. I've found it difficult at times to explain to those that are interested in the, Aesir and Vanir as my mind likes to go blank when asked, so this video has helped thank you very much.

@lordbanisher3082 3 года назад

Im 14 and I just started worshiping the norse gods and you are so helpful!!!

@beetastik8219 4 года назад

The first time I called to Odin for strength I was in my darkest hour. I was outside... turned a corner and there was a raven feather on the ground and a raven in a tree. And at home there's two ravens that nest in the trees. That was pretty solidifying to me.

@PVT_White 3 года назад

I was walking my dog, in the rain when I heard and saw a raven on the rooftop of a house. I instantly thought of Odins ravens and I got heavy chills running through my body. Might just interpretate too much into it due to my huge fascination of norse mythology

@bdlit7165 4 года назад

That last bit about fear and doing stuff to be worthy is amazing and very true. I grew up in a VERY conservative Christian religion and it is all about fear and control.

@jeremiahmyers284 4 года назад

I grew up in a loosely Christian household but I still had the Christian faith surrounding me at all times and I tried many times to follow that faith when I was younger and even when I was at a private Christian college but now that I'm 22 and exploring myself more I feel a connection that seems to have been there for a long time with the norse deities.

@ignacioalmiron7187 4 года назад

I remebmber the call of Frejya as if it was yesterday, both Freya and Odin talked to me the first night, but Frejya held me on my place for hours. The feeling I had is simply impossible to describe, but its pretty close to what you said :D. I've always had a strange relationship with Frejya since that day, however, I always had, specially since some months ago, an extremely close connection with Thor, Tyr and Skadi, they are the ones that guide me the most and I try to praise them and to live as closely as I think they would live. Thanks for showing me I'm not alone!

@samuelbarricklow3718 3 года назад

the last 5 minutes of this hit so hard for someone who was born into a christian cult and trying to convert and not get damned by my own family. ughhhhhhhhh but i love you for all the work you put into your videos and i have a deep apreciation and respect for it and i thank you. it helps a lot.

@blondewarrior97 3 года назад

I started practicing with the Norse Gods as a teenager almost 10 years ago, and these recommendations wouldve helped a lot back then. I think as a teenager, the idea of "respect" gets lost and ive found that its crucial when working with the deities. Thank you for your content, its much appreciated!

@17popsquare60 3 года назад

I feel that arith harger has a vast array information you may enjoy if you follow the old ways or simply enjoy learning:) greetings from North Dakota aswell!

@ilovebacon304 2 месяца назад

"Don't give Odin mountain dew" 🤣 Great video Jacob!

@becauseimbatman7546 4 года назад

I like your way of thinking even if I don't share all your views especially about the universality of nordic/german faith; but when you say how important it is for a human being to respect his parents, no matter what their beliefs are, I applaud with both hands! These are the values that our ancestors wanted to transmit to us. We can't respect the gods if we can't respect our lineage.

@aaronhuntsman7176 2 года назад

As a young pagan I just wanted to thank you so much for the advice

@v.9964 2 года назад

I've felt Odin's presence a lot lately. Even though I am a Lokean,and a follower of Loki. So, brainstorming together,asked my friend,"I wonder why",and she gave me some good advice,that maybe since Loki knows I have his back and give him support he's taken a back burner and you're being called on by odin. Maybe Odin has things to tell you. a d I was like,he is wise. Hmmm. So Odin helped me out lately, so I'm taking on what we brain stormed seriously and am going to make offerings. Because I feel like Odin is calling me. I,am a pagan. I love it, and I love your channel. Thank you always for the helpful information.

@trukygunman5900 3 года назад

I believe Odin came to me in a dream so a hooded man with a long grey beard was following me and my mother in the dream and I saw ravens flying from time to time also don’t know if it’s realevent but this owl with moose antlers kept pearching on my arm

@alana5901 3 года назад

I conect mostly with Freya and starting to feel Thor as well. But you said something that caught my attention about Hel. I would like a video on her showing the facts and all of the detail surouding her. Love the videos these really help gide me

@captaincoolness55 3 года назад

I am a beginner pagan, and I have always felt a connection with Odin. I grew up in a Christian household. It was a religion that was and still is to an extent forced on me. I live in a small town, and there's not much diversity here as far as religion. So for decades, I haven't been able to find much information on the teachings of Odin or any other gods. I just wanted to tell you that even though i just found your channel about an hour and a half ago, it's helping me to understand so much. Thank you.

@maxvantrease814 4 года назад

I watched the assassins creed Valhalla trailer and I think Odin spoke to me, I had chills the whole video especially during “Odin is with us!” Scene oh my gods that was amazing.

@syn2nd870 4 года назад

Yeah, my hair stands sky high and I feel electric all over my body when I see anything like that trailer, I had chills for the entirety of the vikings show. I feel like it's some kind of ancestral spirit in all of us with Norse lineage that hasn't been called upon for a thousand years, maybe it's the berserker spirt.

@mipi12323 3 года назад

@@syn2nd870 yeah dont forget to buy the game because it calls you and your gods tell you to. give greedy company more money ^^

@PVT_White 3 года назад

I always feel that when I listen to Wardruna. (the vocalist of Wardruna is part of the music in AC Valhalla - Einar Selvik) It must be ancestry. Why else do we feel so connected to the the North and old gods? Tho I don't even believe in any gods but norse mythology is soo fascinating and I like almost everything about Skandinavia and their history

@PVT_White 3 года назад

@@mipi12323 Already preordered Ultimate Edition.😄 My money shall be provided as an offering to the gods!

@s4k_voidzz960 3 года назад

@@syn2nd870 yeah I think my ancestors were Viking since my last name is Viking and a lot of other hints pointing towards it and I just feel attracted to Norse music and, I believe in the gods to

@biginjohn1974 2 года назад

This was very helpful for me. I have just recently realized that this is my path at 46 years old. I grew up catholic and hated it. I was the guy that showed up for easter and christmas lol. Then tried Christianity for a while started to understand more. But never truly believed. My life has definitely not been easy lol. But the hardest started 2 and half years ago with the diagnosis for my son.. We found out that he has Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Which is fatal for boys.. I feel that Thor has been calling me. I'm very drawn to him. But, all my family is christian so i'm having to keep it quite and I don't like that but i know what they will say if I told them. After doing the christian for so long i'm having difficulty with focus. I'm sure it was get better. I plan to keep watch your videos and others like it to get more information and i'm sure this will get a lot easier. Thanks again for doing what you do!

@wolvesofyggdrasil3519 3 года назад

I have been studying and learning more for 14 years still learning more and more and my family loves me still so just talk with them

@BackroadBangers 3 года назад

I recently just got my first mjolnir on Friday and ever since it has been some of the best outdoors and adventurous days I’ve had throughout most of my life and I am truly proud to hold a meal near around my neck and pray to the gods and thank them for every day that comes bye

@emilybucklew 3 года назад

Frigg called out to me in a dream. I've created my own runes of clay from a river bed. Recently, Loki has been calling out as well but I'm cautious. Are the rumours of him being dangerous true? (Also, I was born on the Spring Solstice so that might be part of my calling 💚)

@rahimamonster4757 3 года назад

Me and my parents believe in both the Maori and Norse gods, so when I told my parents, it was so awesome being able to talk to them about this stuff.

@dpeady78 3 года назад

I too like the idea of believing in both Odin and Rangi & Papa. For a nature based religion, New Zealand has its own rich mythology

@elievans4702 2 года назад

This video really helped me. Thank you when I started following the gods, I was about 12. I am almost 14 now. When I first started following I wasn't following that much. Then my grandfather died and I really started following. The death of my grandfather changed my ways because the night that he died, Odin reached to me and in my head I kept on hearing a voice telling me he died. Then when I was told I thought to myself. "That was the gods telling me."

@mindseye200 3 года назад

I've been Wiccan for 22 years now. The Norse Pagan way has always called to me. I accept this path and thank you for being brave , and leading me back to the Gods. We must be true to ourselves no matter the cost. Thank you!

@katpagan4821 3 года назад

29, and I came to this one year ago. However, I was raised Catholic, always questioned the big things, and never felt a true connection within that religion it was always like it kept me at arm's length. Something happened two years ago and I felt that door close for good, what called me out of a really dark place was a kindly old man with a lantern in a dream and said seek the hills, the mountains, and the forests, and the rivers for they know more than any old book. I started a journey and due to my transition I do hail Loki a bit more than I should but, Odin, Tyr, and Thor are my chosen. It was almost an automatic connection the first real-time I tried to commune with them. I used a technique from Wicca which was basically grounding - which I know is not just something tied to Wicca. However, since then I have worn my Mjolnir with pride around my neck and felt their presence when called. Thank you brother for this content, if your ever in need of a writer, would love to give back to a community I am thoroughly enjoying.

@caroleebannis3591 7 месяцев назад

I'm sorry but this demands to be spoken! I've never been a witness to SOOOOO much fluttering,posturing,gawking of one human to another. How did you edit this without feeling like y'all just didn't do the WHOLE DANCE? SHE didn't hear a word you said about the train she was scanning allllll of you.!! Lol Bravo. 😂😂😂😂❤❤❤

@thekidindistress 4 года назад

I remember when I told my dad about me being norse pagan. at first it was met with disdain, but eventually he understood that was my faith and something i believed in truly. it was met with a lot questions and such, and then i had to explain how someone like me... someone who’s african and native american descent can worship gods like these. it’s simple... if you know you KNOW! thanks for the video. someone who’s been in this since i was 14, this can definitely help me with my younger friends, siblings and other teens that come into this faith full heartedly

@violenceislife1987 4 года назад

Hey. I'm a Cajun. I am Norse Pagan. In Louisiana, we know a bit of Voodoo. Ever studied it? It can be interesting; Gris-gris bags.

@thekidindistress 4 года назад

Violence is Life Yes! Definitely had my dealings with it!

@violenceislife1987 4 года назад

@@thekidindistress cool. I never sacrificed a chicken for mine but have done some of the other stuff. I like raising chickens tho, lol, interesting critters. I did alot of candle-lit alter in the woods rituals too.

@jaydenbecker2757 4 года назад

Just out of curiosity, what made you look to the norse gods instead of the gods and spirits of your ancestors?

@thekidindistress 4 года назад

Jayden Becker I’m assuming you’re folkish? yeah. because quite frankly that’s an ignorant response. i didn’t think the Gods care about the color of my skin, or my ancestry. BUT I will say this, because in three words: I FELT CONNECTED. Something you Folkish believers fail to understand. This isn’t just some religion. It’s a spirituality, a mindset, a way of life. I grew up a warrior all my life and had to fight all my life even against impossible odds. The Æsir embodies that belief. Plain and simple.

@Dex.d13 3 года назад

This video was great thanks as someone who has Catholic parents

@theknightofdoom260 3 года назад

I'm building a viking house at my work with folk with LD and have slowly become a Odinist after spending 3 months in a hammock in the woods. I had a moment in the dark woods I'm sure Odin spoke to me, told me I was doing good. So I have discovered your channel thanks from the UK.

@ravensfeather5651 3 года назад

I am 18 my connection to nature and love for the gods has grown from years of embracing how my soul felt, it lead me to my ancestors and from there I devoted myself to the norse path skål my brothers and sisters new to the path and old I hope the gods smile upon your journey and the one eyed gifts you his wisdom no matter where you find yourself in life

@SnailEqualsPain 4 года назад

Ive been a pagan for 5 so years now and most of the time ive been self practicing it and only just now at the age of 20 am i really starting to feel the presence of the gods and their effect on my daily life. the Hávamál has been a great source of wisdoms to take into my life. but im still learning and growing.

@InhabitantOfOddworld 4 года назад

23:16 I think the term you're thinking of is henotheism Heno- meaning "one" but differing from monotheism in that you actively worship or patronise one god whilst recognizing and accepting others

@jakenewgate5804 3 года назад

I'm 16, nearly 17. Now I'm no expert at Norse paganism. But, I believe Odin has reached out to me multiple times. He's honestly helped me out so much and I'm forever grateful. Skål!