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The False “Lore-based vs. UPG-based Practice” Dichotomy

Posted on July 19, 2015 by Myriad

Lore versus UPG as unreconcilable opposites is a narrative that I have come across quite often during my years so far as a religious practitioner. It has become clear to me that this narrative governs how we refer to ourselves … Continue reading →

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Scientific views on daily rituals (KRT)

Posted on January 8, 2014 by Myriad
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Dealing with Uncomfortable Truths and Dangerous Mouths

Posted on January 2, 2014 by Myriad

… and the question of morality and slander in Lokasenna and Skáldskaparmal. I’m back from my slightly longish blogging hiatus — it was necessary and “urgently recommended” by the Bossman. I’m taking the new year as an opportunity to boost … Continue reading →

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Vom Umgang mit unbequemen Wahrheiten und gefährlichen Mündern

Posted on January 1, 2014 by Myriad

Längliche Pause meinerseits — war notwendig, und vom Chef “dringend angeraten”. Ich nehme das neue Kalenderjahr mal zum Anlass, den weniger mystischen Aspekt meiner Verehrung von Loki auf diesem Blog etwas mehr präsent zu machen. Es gibt diesen Aspekt nämlich, … Continue reading →

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Die Ahnen, die Keine Sind

Posted on April 26, 2013 by Myriad

Seit einer Weile, und aus meinen ganz eigenen Gründen, habe ich das Gefühl, dass ich dazu aufgefordert bin, einer bestimmten Gruppe Ehre zu erweisen, die zur gleichen Zeit meine Ahnen sind und nicht sind. Ich schreibe diesen Beitrag um Dich, … Continue reading →

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The Ancestors who Are Not

Posted on April 26, 2013 by Myriad

For a while now, and for reasons that are entirely my own, I have felt I’m being called to honour a certain group of dead; people who both are and are not my ancestors. I’m writing this post to invite … Continue reading →

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Nine FAQ about Loki and Ásatrú

Posted on April 8, 2013 by Myriad

Excellent. The post speaks for itself… I’ve rarely met anyone as both knowledgeable and friendly as Lokavinr.

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