At the spring equinox, Eostre/Ostara appears on social media and websites, but who is this Eostre/Ostara, and what is the connection to spring, hares, and eggs? Eostre, or Ostara, is a modern heathen holiday often assumed to have Germanic and Old Norse origins, but it actually has a much more recent background. The myth of Ostara as an ancient Germanic spring festival can be traced to the English monk Bede Venerabilis, who in the 8th century mentioned an Anglo-Saxon goddess named Eostre. In...

The following text was written by Frank Ottosson, a board member of the Nordic Asa-Community.In Old Norse society, an oath was one of the most binding actions a person could undertake. A promise was not merely a verbal assurance but a sacred obligation, a bond between individuals, the gods, and örlög (fate) itself. Swearing an oath meant placing one’s life, honor, and future in the hands of the gods, and breaking it was to defy both human and divine laws.Oaths permeated all...

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Welcome to the new FolkRealms leveling system! As you gain points and progress through the ranks, you will unlock new titles and exclusive features. Levels & Titles Level 0: Newcomer Level 1: Waking Soul Level 2: Wanderer Level 3: Kin-Seeker Level 4: Lore-Keeper Level 5: Fire-Watcher Level 6: Rune-Bearer Level 7: Spirit-Touched Level 8: Blood-Bound Level 9: Shield-Brother Level 10: Elder’s Voice Level 11: Wisdom Wielder Level 12: Hearth Guardian Level...

Yes, I am Christian. I believe that Jesus Christ is our savior. I am actually in the process of converting to the orthodox version of christianity. Also, I am struggling. Not in my belief, but in the wisdom I have acquired through all the years and from different sources about our ancestors.  Among the many Germanic tribes of antiquity, the Cimbri stand out for their resilience despite apparent nutritional and environmental hardships. This article investigates the factors...

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