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My point was more that what survives as religious source texts is centered upon one grouping of tribal deities, over a couple of the others.

Which is all well and good. I don't really care. But like so many other forms of tribal worship wherein one tribe and their lore dominated, I'm not in a position where I can denounce an entire group of divine beings as evil without first noting that it may well be a case of history (and thus justification) being written by the victor.

of which i need to constantly remind myself. thank you, 3nodding


i used to carry SilverWolf for just that reason; i decided more Sagas and the like were more important for my own sanity when perusing my library.


i believe there is significant energy and power in a number of the blood, pain and humiliation acts. the tattoo on my right inner wrist is testament to that, as well as the fact that i was continually reminded to stay present instead of "winging away" like i do with persistent pain.

i believe consent is required though, prior to the act.


agreed. Skadi gives the impression of aligning herself with the Aesir. Thor is son of a giantess.

my ease of mind is put to the test when i hear a festival or ritual is dedicated, without reservation, to all of the Etins, by those who profess to worship the Aesir.


xd i wonder if the opposite might explain my hesitancy with Odin.


that one...i don't know what to think or how to act. yes, he does bring about many a thing that i'd rather not experience. but everything seems to work itself out for the better once he's done.


i can't get out of my head a friend who gets up to make her offerings. she's british and tends to slur quickly through the names of her Ladies. all i can ever hear is "Freya, Frigg 'n Hel" and i start giggling.