Category Archives: Symbols

Symbols and representations of (and other things associated with) Norse Spiritualism.

The Triple Horn of Odin

Posted on 05/09/2015 by anthonybjornson

A popular symbol of Norse Paganism in general, it actually represents the 3 swigs of water Odin took from the Well of Wisdom. It is therefore also a symbol of wisdom and of Odin. Some people mistake it for a … Continue reading →

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Mjolnir

Posted on 06/12/2013 by anthonybjornson

Thor’s shortened magical warhammer It is another common symbol of Norse Spiritualism, representing Thor, strength, and/or all the gods of strength, such as Thor, his daughter Thea, and his son Ull.   Mjolnir, or sometimes Mjollnir, was, like many sacred … Continue reading →

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Dreamcatchers

Posted on 06/12/2013 by anthonybjornson

The dreamcatcher traditionally is an item, charm or symbol for protection against bad dreams and spirits. Some cultures believed bad dreams were a result of a visiting evil spirit. Over more recent years, many people and artists have shown great … Continue reading →

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The Valknut

Posted on 01/12/2013 by anthonybjornson

Along with a tree (Yggdrasil), the Valknut is a primary symbol of the faith. For some it represents Odin, Frigga and wisdom. For others it even represents the three earth goddesses, Ran, Fjorgyn and Hertha, each of whom or often … Continue reading →

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Yggdrasil

Posted on 27/11/2013 by anthonybjornson

The World Tree, or Tree of Life. No force in the universe is more powerful than nature itself. All things, even the gods, are always at the mercy of nature, and so teaches Frigga and Odin, the gods of wisdom. … Continue reading →

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