Overview

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!

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This is what I want to hear. This is what I want to read from an author addressing Pagan cosmology. Travels Through Middle Earth may be the journey of 'a' Saxon Pagan, but I believe Albertsson represents 'the' Saxon Pagans quite honorably. --Witches & Pagans Albertsson has brought to our shared table a new look at a long-gone faith. If you're interested in exploring other faiths, this book is a good choice. --Renaissance Magazine Thorough and personal, the reader will gain a down-to-earth model for true spiritual practice and its rewards. --New Age Retailer This book is a thorough and enjoyable voyage into the heart of modern Anglo-Saxon spirituality. With his breezy style and quick wit, the author displays a practical approach to this religion that is both fascinating and informative. I heartily recommend this book to everyone, particularly folks new to this path! --Rev. Kirk S. Thomas, ADF Vice-Archdruid Alaric shares a world of spirituality that is essentially the underpinning of much of the English-speaking world, influencing all our traditions, whether we realize it or not. Through this journey, he gives us the history, understanding, and tools to deepen our own path. --Christopher Penczak, author of The Mystic Foundation

This is what I want to hear. This is what I want to read from an author addressing Pagan cosmology. Travels Through Middle Earth may be the journey of 'a' Saxon Pagan, but I believe Albertsson represents 'the' Saxon Pagans quite honorably.--Witches & Pagans Albertsson has brought to our shared table a new look at a long-gone faith. If you're interested in exploring other faiths, this book is a good choice.--Renaissance Magazine Thorough and personal, the reader will gain a down-to-earth model for true spiritual practice and its rewards.--New Age Retailer This book is a thorough and enjoyable voyage into the heart of modern Anglo-Saxon spirituality. With his breezy style and quick wit, the author displays a practical approach to this religion that is both fascinating and informative. I heartily recommend this book to everyone, particularly folks new to this path!--Rev. Kirk S. Thomas, ADF Vice-Archdruid Alaric shares a world of spirituality that is essentially the underpinning of much of the English-speaking world, influencing all our traditions, whether we realize it or not. Through this journey, he gives us the history, understanding, and tools to deepen our own path.--Christopher Penczak, author of The Mystic Foundation

Author Information

Alaric Albertsson (Iowa) is the author of several books on magic and spirituality, including A Handbook of Saxon Sorcery and Magic and To Walk a Pagan Path. He has served as vice president and was on the board of directors of the Heartland Spiritual Alliance, and has served as the Anglo-Saxon Vice Chieftain for Ár nDraíocht Féin's Germanic kin, Eldr ok Iss. Albertsson first embraced polytheism in the summer of 1971. At that time he was introduced to the folk tradition of spell casting and divination with playing cards. Over the past five decades, Albertsson's personal spiritual practice has developed as a synthesis of Anglo-Saxon tradition, folk magic, herbal studies and rune lore. Visit him on Facebook.

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