Odin | Free Book
Odin is arguably one of the most enigmatic and complex characters in Norse mythology. Revered since the Viking Age, Odin has been called the greatest of the gods—the god of words and wisdom, runes and magic, a transformer of consciousness, and a trickster who teaches truth. He is both war god and poetry god, and he is the Lord of Ravens, the All- Father, and the rune master.
Odin: Ecstasy, Runes, and Norse Magic is the first book on Odin that is both historically sourced and accessible to a general audience. It explores Odin’s origins, his appearances in sagas, old magic spells, and the Poetic Edda, and his influence on modern media, such as Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings trilogy. Each chapter features suggestions for rituals, exercises, and music, so readers can comprehend and become closer to this complicated god.
Author Diana Paxson, an expert on Viking-era mythology, provides a complete portrait of Odin and draws on both scholarship and experience to provide context, resources, and guidance for those who are drawn to work with the Master of Ecstasy today.
“This remarkable book is at times ribald and reverent, worldwise and innocent, pragmatic and idealistic, as needed to masterfully show the ways of a very complex God.” —Ivo Domiguez, Jr, author of Keys to Perception
In The Press
"It was said in the lore and legends of Norse mythology that people
who got interested in Odin, the god of hunters, warriors and oracular
seers were "seized" by this deity, fascinated by this multifarious
character. Diana Paxson, author of historical novels and short stories
on themes from Norse and Celtic mythology was clearly seized, somewhat
to her own surprise. She here beautifully re-tells some classic
stories from this mythic complex and relates how they are reflected in
the ceremonial practices of the contemporary Neo-Pagan revival. I
recommend it highly."
"Reading Diana Paxson's most
excellent book, Odin: Ecstasy, Runes, and Norse Magic, whilst
listening to WardRuna. This is perhaps the most comprehensive book
ever written about Odin. Written with sound scholarship allied to
intuitive perception. Capturing the best of both, and a sense of
humour to boot. Each chapter is ended by a list of suggestions for
working with him. Apart from the scholarship and poetic vision, it is
also a most pleasant read! Recommended for everyone interested in
Odin. Very, very helpful to students, but also rich in details and
associations from other good books. which are listed in the
bibliography! All in all, a very worthwhile work and as such equally
useful to Old Timers like me."
"Odin: Ecstasy, Runes, and
Norse Magic is a journey through personal histories of encounters with
Odin, a weaving of old lore and modern thought, and a guide to
practices that deepen your connection to his mysteries. Even if you
don't work with Odin or this pantheon, this book is a treasure house
of ideas for anyone who is serious about working with Goddesses and
Gods. Moreover, there are people that are dear to me that work with
Odin and this book has given me insight into the whys and wherefores
of their spiritual path. This remarkable book is at times ribald and
reverent, worldwise and innocent, pragmatic and idealistic, as needed
to masterfully show the ways of a very complex God."
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