The Saxon Pagan holds a spiritual worldview that largely inspired Tolkien's vision of Middle Earth. In this fascinating book, author and scholar Alaric Albertsson presents a complete introduction to Anglo-Saxon cosmology, deities, spirits, linguistics, and rituals. Although there is a growing interest today in reconstructed Pagan religions, very little information is available for those who wish to explore these paths, especially that of the Anglo-Saxon. "Travels Through Middle Earth" offers practical information about the Saxon-Pagan path, including many ways to incorporate Saxon rituals into contemporary spiritual life. Readers will discover how to set up a weofod, the Saxon altar, to connect with the Gods. They'll learn about the husel, a basic ritual for honouring personal ancestors, the Gods, and dwarves and elves. Also covered in this handbook: the concept of 'wyrd' and how it shapes one's destiny, the holy tides and how to celebrate them, and even instructions for making mead!
- ISBN10 0738715360
- ISBN13 9780738715360
- Publish Date 8 June 2009
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 10 June 2015
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Llewellyn Publications,U.S.
- Format Paperback
- Pages 288
- Language English