Odinism - Our Natural Religion 

I will add, and if you happen to find yourself, it will find you.

+Sammael Eadwulf All that dies must be reborn. In Spain the odinists had the first pagan temple for over 1,000 or something like that. Not much after, everyone is opening their own. So happy about it :)

Thanks for your comment Sarah. You're exactly right and this is one of the aims of the Odinic Rite. We practice Odinism in the Modern World.

Joy O'Hanlon I'm no longer an Atheist, I'm a Norse Pagan, I was mostly on the path of discovery then.

Joy O'Hanlon Well I was a Mormon before, and I learned it was a cult, I was spiritually lost for a long time, simple as that.

Joy O'Hanlon No need to apologize, the course between being from Mormon, to Atheist, to Norse Pagan was slow and gradual, and lot's of reading. But the call of the Gods was answered.

+fdmarminy Yes, however, watch the pronunciation. It makes no difference, but the "tribe" you come from may have different walks day to day. But, as I say to everyone, do your research before committing to something, assuming you are.

+Norð Hyse RaHoWa!

It is very funny actually!

Considering that many Europeans, as well as those people outside of Europe but are of European decent, like myself, are mixed between several European Cultures (including Germanic), it's really hard to pinpoint what it means to have the old ways be specifically for purely Germanic people. It's probably pretty rare to find anyone of purified decent. I've got Irish, German, Scottish, English, Spanish, French, Etc. I am a Heathen. I've got it in my blood, even though I could easily go along with Celtic (or even Roman reconstruction) if I wished, but Odin and Thor and Tyr and the rest of the gods make sense to me. While it would seem weird for anyone of non-European decent to choose to adhere to such beliefs, I don't think that anyone has a right to tell off someone from a belief due to heritage. That sort of notion inhibits progression within the Human Race, no matter what beliefs are held, and ANY form of Heathenism, whether it be Odinism, Asatru, Vanatru, Etc., should strive to be honorable, respectful, and Reasonable.

Chuck Vega It is perfectly reasonable to state that non-Europeans would be wasting their time following European gods as there would be no spiritual connection. All peoples have their ancestral gods and goddesses and so it is logical to follow the gods of your ancestors. Universalism is a waste of time.

Tell that to the millions of Caucasians praying to Jesus, or those who adhere to any other belief system that are not connected through heritage. Heathenism has already sectioned itself off from most, if not all, of the religious world (including General Paganism, from what I've experienced), so furthering that through being heritage-specific is pointless. Being Folkish just seems backwards.

Chuck Vega "Tell that to the millions of Caucasians praying to Jesus, or those who adhere to any other belief system that are not connected through heritage." - That's the point of this film mate. Being heritage specific is sensible. Why waste your time following a spiritual path that has no connection to your ancestors or your identity? Odinism gives the peoples of northern Europe a chance to explore their own spiritual identity. It offers meaning and purpose purely because there is an ancestral connection not only to our gods but to our mythology and our understanding of nature.

What would you say to dual-faith worshippers in the Mari republic

I know your struggle. What truly binds a man with his religion is his faith and his heart. Follow those and you will find yourself where you want to be.

i too was born and raised christian, and i can relate to your thoughts and worries. however i never found myself really 'engaged' in church. it was always so complicated and the passages from the holy bible was always difficult for me to comprehend, personally. i only JUST began researching Paganism and the religions it umbrellas and Heathenry and Odinism (i apologize if they are the same or not, like i said i JUST started researching) jumped off the page at me and i felt a strong connection to the words, and the beliefs, i even found myself thinking "Wow.. i have always thought that, i have always addressed myself in that manner, this makes so much sense!". So what ever your choice, convert or not, whichever feels true in your heart will not lead you astray. that is my stance at the moment.

I myself have been drawn to Asatruism from the moment I knew a thing about it, but I never followed it because my mind will not let me, I think in logic not in spirituality, so I remain an Agnost. However concerning what you say about what if I might be wrong...What do you think would be wrong? A Religion practiced by a specific branch of people for tens of thousands of years, until violently ripped away by Christian invasions. Or some Religion hailing from the Depths of the middle east, created by some guy that shares no blood, no bond and no knowledge of you, which has only existed for around 2000 years?

What if you ARE wrong? I assume your worried about your prospects in the afterlife, but I really don't think you should be. Our confrontation with the mystery of death is a necessary and sublime part of the human experience and anyone who wants to skip out on it is missing out. I think Heidegger said something along those lines. Anyway, go to the faith that resonates with you as a spiritual being. The afterlife is an unknown, so make the best of your time in this world.

You will know what to do. Take your time.

***** that case you both may like my channel about Asatru ;)

Orkar Isber Odnism is called Odinism for a reason; we are not Asatru and our views differ, generally speaking, in some areas, mainly in regardis to folkish beliefs. I am happy to allow comment and debate but I would like to emphasise that this is an Odinist video and those seeking to learn about Odinism are urged to read the articles on the Odinic Rite website. Those seeking Asatru organisations are of course free to look elsewhere.

greenjackman maybe i was under the wrong impression that Odinism and Asatru, Wotanism, Forn Sidr and all the different names for it try essentially the same - revive the old germanic faith. Oppinions how that should be done vary ofc. but i thought at the base all try to get back to the roots our ancestors had and for this, one should study the source material we have, archeological, historical, mythological. And i sadly know way too many Asatruar who dont know much about their faith. I aint from the USA but i guess its the same there

Orkar Isber The Eddas are, unfortunately, heavily tainted by the enemies of our Faith, Folk and Family and as such they should be read with that in mind rather than as a blueprint for a faith. In my experience (and it may not be true for all) I have found Asatru types to be very focused on the 'lore' whereas Odinists of the Odinic Rite have a strong emphasis on spiritual truth and seeking the God forces within and without. It is this spiritual seeking which makes it impossible for Odinists to be advocates of Universalism (ie that anyone can be an Odinist. They cannot.). Furthermore, to answer some queries regarding Odinism in England, the followers of the Old Gods of the Druids were pressed back towards Angelsey by the Romans and the later arrival of the Saxons, Jutes and Angels gave birth to England, where the Gods Odin, Thor and Tyr etc were worshiped. Many, many English place names are derived from these deities. In regards to 'Odinism in the Modern World', we create sacred places and develop our religion in the present by our actions now, and our blots / ceremonies and spiritual exercises. The religion of Odinism evolves and strengthens with the passage of time, and while our ancestors are of course honoured in our blots, we are not 're-creationists' nor do we seek to be Vikings. That age has passed, and it was not the Golden Age some believe it to be - the Golden Age of our race came before known history began, but the New Awakening we strive for will come again - everything is cyclical.

greenjackman i wouldnt say heavily. a lot of Poems of the Eddda were written long before the christian faith reached the norse people. Sure some parts were heavily influenced by christianity but not all. Also we have other sources too, Also, Spirituality and ascension are major themes in all religions, also in Asatru. For some more than for others, but you shouldt say that Odinists are spiritual, others arent. Also i dont get why not everyone could be a spiritual seeker in the norse religion?