Symbols of the occult book play a significant role in the realm of occultism, mythology, and spiritual practices. They are often used as representations of hidden meaning, esoteric knowledge, and mystic traditions. These symbols can vary depending on the specific belief system or tradition they are associated with, but they often have common themes and motifs. One such symbol is the pentagram, which is often depicted as a five-pointed star enclosed within a circle. The pentagram is widely recognized as a symbol of protection and spiritual harmony. It has been used in various occult traditions, including Wicca, where it represents the five elements of earth, air, fire, water, and spirit.
· Einmanudur – March to April – The name literally means lone month, which may be because it is the last month of the year or the loneliest month at the end of a long winter.
Gormanudur October to November The first month of winter, the name means slaughter month and probably indicates that this was the time of year when animals were slaughtered ahead of winter. First, some brief background The Ynglinga Saga chapter 8 , from the year 1225, lists the three great blots of the year Odin established the same law in his land that had been in force in Asaland On winter day first day of winter there should be blot for a good year, and in the middle of winter for a good crop; and the third blot should be on summer day, a Victory-blot.
It has been used in various occult traditions, including Wicca, where it represents the five elements of earth, air, fire, water, and spirit. Another well-known symbol is the eye of Horus, which is an ancient Egyptian symbol associated with the god Horus. This symbol is often depicted as an eye with distinctive markings, representing the eye of the falcon-headed Horus.
2023 Heathen Calendar for Old Ways Heathens
Historical Germanic Heathenry had three major blots, which lasted for three days. Historical Heathens in Sweden also had a minor celebration which was not a public blot: Disting. The Old Saxons in Saxony most likely held their Althing at Marklo at the same time as the Swedes did Disting. At the bottom of this article, I will give the 2023 dates for these historical Heathen holidays for modern practice for Old Ways Heathens. First, some brief background: The Ynglinga Saga (chapter 8), from the year 1225, lists the three great blots of the year: “Odin established the same law in his land that had been in force in Asaland… On winter day (first day of winter) there should be blot for a good year, and in the middle of winter for a good crop; and the third blot should be on summer day, a Victory-blot.” In Old Norse, “Sigurblot” means “Victory-Blot.” Therefore, we have three major Norse blots a year, that appear in the context of Ynglinga Saga (and other references) that were done publicly at Uppsala. In Heimskringla, the saga of Hakon the Good, section 15 (circa 1230 AD) it says the following: “The first night of Yule was hǫkunótt, that is midwinter night, and Yule was held for three nights.” Heimskringla Saga, Magnus the Blind, Chapter 6: “Yule was kept holy for only three days, when no work was done.” The Poettic Edda states Yule was three nights. HELGAKVITHA HJORVARTHSSONAR The Lay of Helgi the Son of Hjorvarth, Chapter 4. This passage is too long for this blog, but I encourage you all to look it up. Hethin came home alone on the evening of Yule, and after a stay of three days, a battle commenced. Like the Heimskringla Saga above written by Snorri, the Poettic Edda agrees that battles were not fought during the three days of Yule. Therefore, Yule was too holy to desecrate with bloodshed.
Bede states in De Temporum Ratione, Ch 15 (725 AD): "Thus, the moon by which they began their winter season was called “Winterfylleth”, a name compounded of the terms for winter and full moon, because from the full moon of that moon winter was thought to begin." Andreas Nordberg, the world’s foremost scholar on Norse Holidays, makes clear in his book on the dating of Yule that “The pre-Christian Yule feast occurs at the first full moon after the first new moon following the winter solstice, while the disting took place at the third full moon according to the same method of calculation.” (Jul, disting och förkyrklig tideräkning Kalendrar och kalendariska riter i det förkristna Norden Uppsala 2006, P.4) At Yule it was determined if a thirteenth moon would be added to the year. To keep the following year’s Yule as the first full moon after the first new moon after the solstice, it would be determined if a 13th moon would be needed or not. You can see Nordberg's book, in PDF form, with a one page English Abstract (Introduction) and twenty page summary in English (the rest is in Swedish) here: https://www.academia.edu/1366945/Jul_disting_och_f%C3%B6rkyrklig_tider%C3%A4knin *** Please note for Saxon Heathens, the Indiculus superstitionum et paganiarum (written circa 743 CE/AD), a Latin writing by St. Boniface and his henchmen, is in the same historical codex as the Old Saxon Baptismal Vow, also written in the 8th century. The Baptismal Vow forces the Saxons to renounce Thunar (Thor), Uuoden (Odin) and Sahsnoth (Saxnote). However, the Indiculus superstitionum et paganiarum prohibits the Old Saxon celebration of Victory Moon. This is a clear reference to Sigrblot, meaning "Victory Blot." Therefore, we are changing the name from "Summer Moon" to "Victory Moon" based on a renewed understanding of this text. Dr. Scott T Shell also believes that this is a reference to the Old Saxons celebrating Sigrblot. Dr. Shell is a Saxon Heathen, and please, check out his YouTube channel. Dr. Shell holds his PhD in linguistics as well as bachelor and master degrees in Old Saxon and Germanic languages. **Since the Germanic Rule for Yule is that Yule is always the first full moon after the first new moon after the winter solstice, 2023 is a Leap Year, having thirteen moons.
The eye of Horus is believed to bring protection, healing, and enhanced vision, and it is associated with the sun and moon. The symbol of the ouroboros, a serpent or dragon devouring its own tail, is a symbol of infinity, cycles, and the eternal nature of life. It is often associated with alchemy and represents the process of transformation and rebirth. The ouroboros is seen as a symbol of the cyclical nature of existence and the perpetual renewal of life. The triple moon symbol, also known as the triple goddess symbol, is often associated with feminine divinity and pagan traditions. It consists of three crescent moons arranged in a circle, representing the phases of the moon: waxing, full, and waning. This symbol is commonly used in Wicca and other neopagan religions to represent the three aspects of the goddess - the maiden, mother, and crone. The Tree of Life is a symbol found in multiple spiritual and mystical traditions, including Kabbalah. The tree represents the interconnectedness of all life and the balance between the physical and spiritual realms. It is often depicted as a tree with branches reaching upwards towards the heavens and roots extending into the earth. These symbols and many others are found within occult books, often serving as visual representations of deeper esoteric knowledge and spiritual concepts. They can hold personal meaning for individuals and communities, as well as serving as gateways to deeper understanding and exploration of the occult and spiritual realms..
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