Viking Poetry for Heathen Rites: Asatru Liturgy in Traditional Verse
This comprehensive collection presents liturgical poetry specifically crafted for Asatru practitioners to honor the Aesir and Vanir using the authentic alliterative meters from the Viking Age. For the first time in centuries, worshippers can offer the Gods their sacred mead of poetry—the same precious gift Odin brought to Asgard, brewed from honey and the blood of wisdom.
Authentic Viking Age Poetic Forms
The book contains verse written in traditional alliterative meters that the Gods and their worshippers used during the Viking Age. Each poem follows the metrical patterns and structural conventions that made Norse poetry a sacred art form, ensuring your offerings maintain historical authenticity and spiritual resonance.
Complete Ritual Poetry Collection
Inside this volume, you will find:
- Poetry for hallowing ritual space
- Narrative verse telling stories from Norse mythology
- Invocations for calling the Gods and holy beings to your blessings
- Dialogue for ritual dramas
- Praise poems dedicated to the Gods and other divine figures
- Sumbel toasts for ceremonial drinking rites
- Prayers for various occasions
Scholar and Award-Winning Poet
Author Eirik Westcoat brings both academic credentials and practical experience to this work. As a long-time Asatruar, he has presented his award-winning poetry at multiple regional Asatru gatherings throughout the American Northeast. His academic background includes a degree in Viking and Medieval Norse Studies, with specialization in Old Norse mythology, poets, and poetry. His scholarly work includes published articles on the galdralag meter and the meaning of the valknut symbol. This debut poetry collection represents years of study and devotion to Norse tradition.
For Heathen Ceremonial Practice
Whether you conduct solitary rites or participate in group ceremonies, this book provides the poetic resources needed for meaningful Heathen worship. The verses serve practitioners seeking to deepen their spiritual practice through the power of traditional poetic forms, offering the Gods the same type of artistic excellence they received in ancient times.
