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Svipdagsmál (The Lay of Svipdagr) | Grógaldr (The Spell of Gróa) & Fjölsvinnsmál (The Lay of Fjölsvinn) | The Poetic Edda Translated by Henry A. Bellows | Recorded by Folkbuilder Nicholas Rice Svipdagsmál follows the protagonist Svipdag's quest to reunite with his beloved, Menglad, who is imprisoned in a castle surrounded by magical barriers. The narrative unfolds as Svipdag seeks guidance from his deceased mother, Gróa, a powerful sorceress. The poem is structured as a series of dialogues between Svipdag and various supernatural beings, including his mother Gróa, a giantess named Fjölsviðr, and Menglad herself. Each encounter provides Svipdag with magical tools and knowledge to overcome the challenges blocking his path to Menglad. Svipdagsmál involves exploring its mythical and symbolic elements. The quest motif is prevalent, reflecting the hero's journey through the supernatural realm to achieve a significant goal. Svipdag's interactions with magical beings and the acquisition of powerful artifacts represent the archetypal hero's progression, gaining wisdom and tools for the ultimate confrontation. The poem delves into Norse cosmology and the boundary between the mortal and divine realms. Svipdag's journey takes him through otherworldly landscapes and brings him into contact with various entities, showcasing the rich tapestry of Norse mythology. The themes of love, destiny, and the challenges faced by the hero are central to the narrative. Svipdag's commitment to reuniting with Menglad, despite the obstacles, emphasizes the enduring power of love and the hero's determination. Svipdagsmál is a mythic poem that weaves together elements of the hero's journey, Norse cosmology, and themes of love and destiny. Its exploration of the supernatural realm and the hero's encounters with mythical beings adds depth to the rich tapestry of Norse mythology. Don't forget to Like, Comment, and Subscribe! Subscribe ▻ http://www.youtube.com/c/AsatruFolkAssembly/ AFA Website ▻ http://www.runestone.org/ Asatru Academy ▻ http://www.asatruacademy.org/ Odinshof ▻ http://www.odinshof.org/ Thorshof ▻ http://www.thorshof.com/ Baldrshof ▻ http://www.baldrshof.org/ Njordshof ▻ http://www.njordshof.org/ Bitchute ▻ https://www.bitchute.com/channel/asatrufolkassembly/ Entropy ▻ http://EntropyStream.live/app/MattFlavel Gab ▻ https://gab.com/AsatruFolkAssembly Gettr ▻ https://gettr.com/user/asatru_folk_assembly LinkedIn ▻ https://www.linkedin.com/company/asatru-folk-assembly/ MeWe ▻ https://mewe.com/p/asatrufolkassembly Minds ▻ https://www.minds.com/asatru_folk_assembly/ Odysee ▻ https://odysee.com/@AsatruFolkAssembly:e Parler ▻ https://parler.com/asatrufolkassembly Pinterist ▻ https://www.pinterest.com/asatrufolkassembly/ Rumble ▻ https://rumble.com/c/c-760937 Spotify ▻ https://tinyurl.com/4a68n89f/ Telegram ▻ https://t.me/+WSYA1haLhVU0H9C2 Twitter ▻ http://twitter.com/FolkAsatru/ VK ▻ https://vk.com/asatrufolkassembly/ YouTube ▻ https://www.youtube.com/@AsatruFolkAssembly Twitch ▻ https://www.twitch.tv/victoryneversleeps/ Music from: Slavic, Nordic Medieval Bundle - Copyright Free Vol. 4 by Relaxation Harmony @ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZYqOwQR59klsl-Yv-zO8ZA/ Original Artist: Music by 'Tubersongs by Ean Grimm' | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmkKBaX2j0ZINbMhvv92wNA

Sigurðarkviða Hin Skamma (The Short Lay of Sigurð) | The Poetic Edda Translated by Henry A. Bellows | Recorded by Folkbuilder Nicholas Rice Sigurð oaths with the sons of Gjuki and marries their sister Guðrun. The three men search out Brynhild to be a wife of one of the brothers; Gunnar and Brynhild marry, but Sigurð falls for her, and her for him. They have an affair, and Gunnar contemplates revenge. Sigurð is murdered by those with whom he's oathed. The ladies Guðrun and Brynhild mourn the death. Guðrun arranges the funeral of her husband, while Brynhild prepares to sacrifice herself on his pyre. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Don't forget to Like, Comment, and Subscribe! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Subscribe ▻ http://www.youtube.com/c/AsatruFolkAssembly/ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- AFA Website ▻ http://www.runestone.org/ Asatru Academy ▻ http://www.asatruacademy.org/ Odinshof ▻ http://www.odinshof.org/ Thorshof ▻ http://www.thorshof.com/ Baldrshof ▻ http://www.baldrshof.org/ Njordshof ▻ http://www.njordshof.org/ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bitchute ▻ https://www.bitchute.com/channel/asatrufolkassembly/ Entropy ▻ http://EntropyStream.live/app/MattFlavel Gab ▻ https://gab.com/AsatruFolkAssembly Gettr ▻ https://gettr.com/user/asatru_folk_assembly LinkedIn ▻ https://www.linkedin.com/company/asatru-folk-assembly/ MeWe ▻ https://mewe.com/p/asatrufolkassembly Minds ▻ https://www.minds.com/asatru_folk_assembly/ Odysee ▻ https://odysee.com/@AsatruFolkAssembly:e Parler ▻ https://parler.com/asatrufolkassembly Pinterist ▻ https://www.pinterest.com/asatrufolkassembly/ Rumble ▻ https://rumble.com/c/c-760937 Spotify ▻ https://tinyurl.com/4a68n89f/ Telegram ▻ https://t.me/+WSYA1haLhVU0H9C2 Twitter ▻ http://twitter.com/FolkAsatru/ VK ▻ https://vk.com/asatrufolkassembly/ YouTube ▻ https://www.youtube.com/@AsatruFolkAssembly Twitch ▻ https://www.twitch.tv/victoryneversleeps/ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Music from: Beautiful Medieval music - Vagabond’s Farewell - 'Bardfox' by Relaxation Harmony @ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZYqOwQR59klsl-Yv-zO8ZA/ Original Artist: https://linktr.ee/bardfox Hour-Long Fantasy Music Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzp3xXR5CKONTS1cChgNOr4GAnKxL-Usa Business Email: bardfoxxx@gmail.com | SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/3sRwHE1

AFA Asatru Academy Story Reading The Fiddler of the Northern Lights by Natalie Kinsey-Warnock Recorded by Gythia Sheila McNallen ---------------- The AFA Ásatrú Academy is a comprehensive homeschool program, grounded in our faith, and built on AFA culture and values. When you enroll your children in the AFA Ásatrú Academy, it's so much more than just homeschooling! We guide you through your state's regulations and reporting requirements and assist you every step of the way. We provide lessons, lesson plans, material, and assist with grading and teaching. While, ultimately, you as the parent are responsible for presenting the material, every effort will be made to help you with this. The AFA Ásatrú Academy provides transcripts, progress monitoring, live video sessions for lessons, and story-times for younger children, and eventually an official AFA Academy high school diploma. The AFA Academy provides you and your family the faith-based education that your children need to succeed and thrive into adulthood. We invite you to take a look at our videos and if you want to know more, please visit our website at www.asatruacademy.org

From episode 18 - Witan Clifford Erickson and Alsherjargothi Matt Flavel tell the Truth. Streaming LIVE on Wednesdays @ 8pm Central on: YT ▻ https://www.youtube.com/@AsatruFolkAssembly ◅ Entropy ▻ http://EntropyStream.live/app/MattFlavel ◅ Rumble ▻ https://rumble.com/c/c-760937 ◅ Twitter ▻ http://twitter.com/FolkAsatru/ ◅ Odysee ▻ https://odysee.com/@AsatruFolkAssembly:e ◅ VK ▻ https://vk.com/asatrufolkassembly/ ◅ Twitch ▻ https://www.twitch.tv/victoryneversleeps/◅ ▻ https://tinyurl.com/4a68n89f/ ◅ Audio recordings available on Spotify. New Episodes drop on Fridays after the Stream airs. AFA Website ▻ http://www.runestone.org/ Asatru Academy ▻ http://www.asatruacademy.org/ Odinshof ▻ http://www.odinshof.org/ Thorshof ▻ http://www.thorshof.com/ Baldrshof ▻ http://www.baldrshof.org/ Njordshof ▻ http://www.njordshof.org/ Bitchute ▻ https://www.bitchute.com/channel/asatrufolkassembly/ Entropy ▻ http://EntropyStream.live/app/MattFlavel Gab ▻ https://gab.com/AsatruFolkAssembly Gettr ▻ https://gettr.com/user/asatru_folk_assembly LinkedIn ▻ https://www.linkedin.com/company/asatru-folk-assembly/ MeWe ▻ https://mewe.com/p/asatrufolkassembly Minds ▻ https://www.minds.com/asatru_folk_assembly/ Odysee ▻ https://odysee.com/@AsatruFolkAssembly:e Parler ▻ https://parler.com/asatrufolkassembly Pinterist ▻ https://www.pinterest.com/asatrufolkassembly/ Rumble ▻ https://rumble.com/c/c-760937 Spotify ▻ https://tinyurl.com/4a68n89f/ Telegram ▻ https://t.me/+WSYA1haLhVU0H9C2 Twitter ▻ http://twitter.com/FolkAsatru/ VK ▻ https://vk.com/asatrufolkassembly/ YouTube ▻ https://www.youtube.com/@AsatruFolkAssembly Twitch ▻ https://www.twitch.tv/victoryneversleeps/ Thanks For watching! Victory Never Sleeps, a weekly podcast produced by the Asatru Folk Assembly, hosted by Alsherjargothi Matthew Flavel alongside weekly guests. The show doesn’t stop until the questions stop rolling in. Come listen and learn about a variety of topics and truths relevant to our modern Asatru Folk. Aesir. Virtues. Heroes. Doctrine. Beliefs. Cosmology. Runes. Holidays. Literature. Lore. Catch us LIVE with new episodes on Wednesdays at 8pm Central / 6pm Pacific on YouTube, Twitter, Entropy, Odyssee, VK, Rumble, and Twitch. Audio versions drop on Spotify the Friday after the new episodes air. Check out the full playlist with 100’s of hours of previous recordings on our YouTube. Music Credits: "Scott Buckley - Legionnaire" is under an Attribution 4.0 International license (CC BY 4.0) https://www.youtube.com/c/ScottBuckley | Music promoted by BreakingCopyright: https://bit.ly/legionnaire-song

From episode 18 - The rest of the Truth with Witan Clifford Erickson and Alsherjargothi Matt Flavel. Streaming LIVE on Wednesdays @ 8pm Central on: YT ▻ https://www.youtube.com/@AsatruFolkAssembly ◅ Entropy ▻ http://EntropyStream.live/app/MattFlavel ◅ Rumble ▻ https://rumble.com/c/c-760937 ◅ Twitter ▻ http://twitter.com/FolkAsatru/ ◅ Odysee ▻ https://odysee.com/@AsatruFolkAssembly:e ◅ VK ▻ https://vk.com/asatrufolkassembly/ ◅ Twitch ▻ https://www.twitch.tv/victoryneversleeps/◅ ▻ https://tinyurl.com/4a68n89f/ ◅ Audio recordings available on Spotify. New Episodes drop on Fridays after the Stream airs. AFA Website ▻ http://www.runestone.org/ Asatru Academy ▻ http://www.asatruacademy.org/ Odinshof ▻ http://www.odinshof.org/ Thorshof ▻ http://www.thorshof.com/ Baldrshof ▻ http://www.baldrshof.org/ Njordshof ▻ http://www.njordshof.org/ Bitchute ▻ https://www.bitchute.com/channel/asatrufolkassembly/ Entropy ▻ http://EntropyStream.live/app/MattFlavel Gab ▻ https://gab.com/AsatruFolkAssembly Gettr ▻ https://gettr.com/user/asatru_folk_assembly LinkedIn ▻ https://www.linkedin.com/company/asatru-folk-assembly/ MeWe ▻ https://mewe.com/p/asatrufolkassembly Minds ▻ https://www.minds.com/asatru_folk_assembly/ Odysee ▻ https://odysee.com/@AsatruFolkAssembly:e Parler ▻ https://parler.com/asatrufolkassembly Pinterist ▻ https://www.pinterest.com/asatrufolkassembly/ Rumble ▻ https://rumble.com/c/c-760937 Spotify ▻ https://tinyurl.com/4a68n89f/ Telegram ▻ https://t.me/+WSYA1haLhVU0H9C2 Twitter ▻ http://twitter.com/FolkAsatru/ VK ▻ https://vk.com/asatrufolkassembly/ YouTube ▻ https://www.youtube.com/@AsatruFolkAssembly Twitch ▻ https://www.twitch.tv/victoryneversleeps/ Thanks For watching! Victory Never Sleeps, a weekly podcast produced by the Asatru Folk Assembly, hosted by Alsherjargothi Matthew Flavel alongside weekly guests. The show doesn’t stop until the questions stop rolling in. Come listen and learn about a variety of topics and truths relevant to our modern Asatru Folk. Aesir. Virtues. Heroes. Doctrine. Beliefs. Cosmology. Runes. Holidays. Literature. Lore. Catch us LIVE with new episodes on Wednesdays at 8pm Central / 6pm Pacific on YouTube, Twitter, Entropy, Odyssee, VK, Rumble, and Twitch. Audio versions drop on Spotify the Friday after the new episodes air. Check out the full playlist with 100’s of hours of previous recordings on our YouTube. Music Credits: "Scott Buckley - Legionnaire" is under an Attribution 4.0 International license (CC BY 4.0) https://www.youtube.com/c/ScottBuckley | Music promoted by BreakingCopyright: https://bit.ly/legionnaire-song Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6188607122178048

Völsunga Saga (The Saga of the Volsungs) | Translated by R.G. Finch | Recorded by Folkbuilder Nicholas Rice The Völsunga Saga is a medieval Icelandic epic that tells the tragic and heroic story of a family blessed by the Allfather. It delves deep into the intricacies of Norse mythology, exploring the complexities of human relationships and the inexorable forces of destiny. Sigmund, the initial protagonist, wields the powerful sword Gram, a symbol of divine favor and a tool of destiny. Signy's ill-fated marriage to the deceitful king results in a series of tragic events, emphasizing the interplay between personal choices and preordained fate. The saga unfolds with a series of betrayals, particularly within the Völsung family. Signy's loyalty to her kin is evident as she seeks revenge against her treacherous husband. Sigmund's demise marks the beginning of a cycle of vengeance that sets the stage for the subsequent generations. Sigurd, Sigmund's son, emerges as the saga's central hero. His journey involves slaying the dragon Fafnir, who guards a cursed treasure, and gaining both immense wealth and a fateful destiny. The curse, intertwined with greed and the pursuit of power, contributes to the tragic downfall of the Völsungs. Love, and true Frith, plays a significant role in the saga, particularly in the relationships between siblings and romantic entanglements. The consequences of these emotional bonds ripple through generations, affecting the characters' decisions and ultimately sealing their fates. The narrative also explores themes of honor and the consequences of actions. The characters face moral dilemmas, and their choices resonate throughout the saga, illustrating the intricate web of morality in a world where divine forces and human agency intertwine. The cursed treasure, the magical sword, and the dragon-slaying motif add mythical and symbolic layers to the narrative. The saga also delves into the intricacies of familial relationships, highlighting the impact of choices made by one generation on the next. In essence, the Völsunga Saga is a rich tapestry that combines mythical elements with human experiences, examining the interplay between free will and predestined paths, the impact of familial ties, and the enduring consequences of choices in the face of an implacable destiny. Love, betrayal, and the inexorable hand of fate shape the narrative. Themes of honor, greed, and the consequences of actions thread through the Völsunga Saga, culminating in the tragic downfall of this legendary Norse family. The Völsunga Saga is a captivating blend of Norse mythology, heroic exploits, and tragic destinies. Its exploration of human nature, morality, and the inexorable forces that shape lives contribute to its enduring appeal and significance in the realm of medieval Icelandic literature. Don't forget to Like, Comment, and Subscribe! Subscribe ▻ http://www.youtube.com/c/AsatruFolkAssembly/ AFA Website ▻ http://www.runestone.org/ Asatru Academy ▻ http://www.asatruacademy.org/ Odinshof ▻ http://www.odinshof.org/ Thorshof ▻ http://www.thorshof.com/ Baldrshof ▻ http://www.baldrshof.org/ Njordshof ▻ http://www.njordshof.org/ Bitchute ▻ https://www.bitchute.com/channel/asatrufolkassembly/ Entropy ▻ http://EntropyStream.live/app/MattFlavel Gab ▻ https://gab.com/AsatruFolkAssembly Gettr ▻ https://gettr.com/user/asatru_folk_assembly LinkedIn ▻ https://www.linkedin.com/company/asatru-folk-assembly/ MeWe ▻ https://mewe.com/p/asatrufolkassembly Minds ▻ https://www.minds.com/asatru_folk_assembly/ Odysee ▻ https://odysee.com/@AsatruFolkAssembly:e Parler ▻ https://parler.com/asatrufolkassembly Pinterist ▻ https://www.pinterest.com/asatrufolkassembly/ Rumble ▻ https://rumble.com/c/c-760937 Spotify ▻ https://tinyurl.com/4a68n89f/ Telegram ▻ https://t.me/+WSYA1haLhVU0H9C2 Twitter ▻ http://twitter.com/FolkAsatru/ VK ▻ https://vk.com/asatrufolkassembly/ YouTube ▻ https://www.youtube.com/@AsatruFolkAssembly Twitch ▻ https://www.twitch.tv/victoryneversleeps/ Music from: Medieval, Viking Music - (Tavern, Inn music) Vol. 6 by Relaxation Harmony @ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZYqOwQR59klsl-Yv-zO8ZA/

AFA Asatru Academy Story Reading How the Queen of the Sky Gave Gifts to Men by EM Wilmot-Buxton Chapter III from Stories of Norse Heroes: From the Eddas and the Saga by EM Wilmot-Buxton, 1909 Recorded by Gythia Sheila McNallen The AFA Ásatrú Academy is a comprehensive homeschool program, grounded in our faith, and built on AFA culture and values. When you enroll your children in the AFA Ásatrú Academy, it's so much more than just homeschooling! We guide you through your state's regulations and reporting requirements and assist you every step of the way. We provide lessons, lesson plans, material, and assist with grading and teaching. While, ultimately, you as the parent are responsible for presenting the material, every effort will be made to help you with this. The AFA Ásatrú Academy provides transcripts, progress monitoring, live video sessions for lessons, and story-times for younger children, and eventually an official AFA Academy high school diploma. The AFA Academy provides you and your family the faith-based education that your children need to succeed and thrive into adulthood. We invite you to take a look at our videos and if you want to know more, please visit our website at www.asatruacademy.org

From episode 17 - Witan Svan Herul and Alsherjargothi Matt Flavel wrap up their discussion of Asa-Þórr. Streaming LIVE on Wednesdays @ 8pm Central on: YT ▻ https://www.youtube.com/@AsatruFolkAssembly ◅ Entropy ▻ http://EntropyStream.live/app/MattFlavel ◅ Rumble ▻ https://rumble.com/c/c-760937 ◅ Twitter ▻ http://twitter.com/FolkAsatru/ ◅ Odysee ▻ https://odysee.com/@AsatruFolkAssembly:e ◅ VK ▻ https://vk.com/asatrufolkassembly/ ◅ Twitch ▻ https://www.twitch.tv/victoryneversleeps/◅ ▻ https://tinyurl.com/4a68n89f/ ◅ Audio recordings available on Spotify. New Episodes drop on Fridays after the Stream airs. Subscribe ▻ http://www.youtube.com/c/AsatruFolkAssembly/ AFA Website ▻ http://www.runestone.org/ Asatru Academy ▻ http://www.asatruacademy.org/ Odinshof ▻ http://www.odinshof.org/ Thorshof ▻ http://www.thorshof.com/ Baldrshof ▻ http://www.baldrshof.org/ Njordshof ▻ http://www.njordshof.org/ Bitchute ▻ https://www.bitchute.com/channel/asatrufolkassembly/ Entropy ▻ http://EntropyStream.live/app/MattFlavel Gab ▻ https://gab.com/AsatruFolkAssembly Gettr ▻ https://gettr.com/user/asatru_folk_assembly LinkedIn ▻ https://www.linkedin.com/company/asatru-folk-assembly/ MeWe ▻ https://mewe.com/p/asatrufolkassembly Minds ▻ https://www.minds.com/asatru_folk_assembly/ Odysee ▻ https://odysee.com/@AsatruFolkAssembly:e Parler ▻ https://parler.com/asatrufolkassembly Pinterist ▻ https://www.pinterest.com/asatrufolkassembly/ Rumble ▻ https://rumble.com/c/c-760937 Spotify ▻ https://tinyurl.com/4a68n89f/ Telegram ▻ https://t.me/+WSYA1haLhVU0H9C2 Twitter ▻ http://twitter.com/FolkAsatru/ VK ▻ https://vk.com/asatrufolkassembly/ YouTube ▻ https://www.youtube.com/@AsatruFolkAssembly Twitch ▻ https://www.twitch.tv/victoryneversleeps/ Thanks For watching! Victory Never Sleeps, a weekly podcast produced by the Asatru Folk Assembly, hosted by Alsherjargothi Matthew Flavel alongside weekly guests. The show doesn’t stop until the questions stop rolling in. Come listen and learn about a variety of topics and truths relevant to our modern Asatru Folk. Aesir. Virtues. Heroes. Doctrine. Beliefs. Cosmology. Runes. Holidays. Literature. Lore. Catch us LIVE with new episodes on Wednesdays at 8pm Central / 6pm Pacific on YouTube, Twitter, Entropy, Odyssee, VK, Rumble, and Twitch. Audio versions drop on Spotify the Friday after the new episodes air. Check out the full playlist with 100’s of hours of previous recordings on our YouTube. Music Credits: "Scott Buckley - Legionnaire" is under an Attribution 4.0 International license (CC BY 4.0) https://www.youtube.com/c/ScottBuckley | Music promoted by BreakingCopyright: https://bit.ly/legionnaire-song Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6188607122178048