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Völva ritual magic (Seiðr): Practices, beliefs and customs
As a prophet, an outsider, and a ritual specialist, the völva played an unusual and important role in Viking Age society.3 days ago — Culture and religion -
Mysteries of the völvas: The role of seeresses in Norse mythology and Viking society
These mysterious female seeresses were said to serve as spiritual advisors, healers, and guides. In an era of hypermasculinity, they held important and authoritative power in Viking societies and became the source of artistic inspiration in the Norse sagas.2 years ago — Culture and religion
