Episode 7- New to Asatru
In this episode we interview Sean Lynch. Sean has been part of the Asatru community for about two years. We asked him about his experience to gather ideas about what a “newbie” to the community has to say. Alot of very interesting points were made in our discussion with Sean so we decided to keep this episode whole. As a result it is a little longer than typical - clocking in at about 45 minutes.
Some of the topics discussed were Asatru community, the nine noble virtues, the idea of Asatru becoming mainstream. The poetic Edda and the Sagas of the Icelanders
We’ve also added some new links under New To Asatru. As the heading implies these are great links to basic information for those just starting.
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neicie said this on March 5th, 2007 at 1:22 pm
Really good show, guys. Sean did a good job, and I suspect this episode will serve many “newbees” out there who wonder if anyone else sees things as they do.
Rick said this on March 10th, 2007 at 7:36 pm
Hey. First off I love your show and I applaud your efforts for the Asatru community. I particullarly enjoyed your latest episode epically as someone who only knows some basic information about Asatru, pretty much whats been in your show and a little online reading. As a Catholic it was disheartening to hear of the guest speakers bad experince with Catholicism, but I am happy he has found a place where he can best experince his spiritual journey. Anyways it was a great show and great for someone who likes to learn about other religions and belief systems.
redbaron998 said this on March 24th, 2007 at 10:03 pm
I’m still trying to figure out what he meant by “it’s pretty easy to figure out who is what.” It came out kind of bad, but I think he meant to say that part of your spiritual journey should be looking into your own past. This doesn’t really hold water for people with mixed religious and racial makeups, but it is a common view of folkish Asatruars like myself. I agree that it would be kind of alien and unnatural to want to become a part of an old Chinese order, if you are something totally different. But what makes it better in my mind is that those people believe that the ways of the Norse Gods are closest and a part of them, so they are forming roots that will hopefully grow into many branches. I have to say that I am very much like him, and I personally question why people would want to stray away from their tribe or ancestral community. I feel it is a dishonor.
Erik said this on May 2nd, 2007 at 8:59 pm
While I see the genetic/cultural history as a big plus for the practicing Asatruar, it is not wholey determative. Folks should look into their history for their religious path. But in the end, they must follow what calls them.
In truth, we are 3000 miles and 1000 years away from the Norse. And yet, I feel a strong bond with them. Why? Because their Ideals call to me stronger then anything else around today. Inspiration is a holy thing, indeed.
Dave
Ravencast said this on May 3rd, 2007 at 7:22 pm
Erik, When he said “it’s pretty easy to figure out who is what.” I beleave he meant that people should research any association or kindred before joining. It is pretty easy to see what outlook each “group” is promoteing, and a little research allows folk to associate with people of compatible beliefs and negateing the need for arguements.
Dave, Sandi Thanks to you and all your guests for the hard work you are all putting in. The podcasts are awesome
Naos said this on May 6th, 2007 at 1:10 pm
Thanks for your views, Naos. I am in Sweden now and I think that the Asatruic community is in fact stronger in the USA than it is here. Religion is not important with the majority, and most people live their lives by nature and their families. The culture is still evident, but the ancient people and their ways are not really important anymore, as it is seen as merely history. The spirit of finding your roots in America is why I think folkish Asatru is so strong, and I think heritage is taken for granted in Nordic countries. Just giving my observations.
Erik said this on May 7th, 2007 at 4:17 pm
I personally am in love with your podcast, I really liked this episode, however, I am in favor of public shrines ( definitely not churches.) for the gods.
Seth W. said this on June 20th, 2007 at 11:38 am
Great podcast, guys. You’re really hitting your stride. I’m behind a few podcasts, and as a newcomer like Sean, I’m looking forward to the “Asatru 101″ podcasts. It’s great to hear about other newcomers’ experiences with the faith.
craig said this on July 1st, 2007 at 4:40 pm
I found the discussion of his dream quite interesting and reminds me of the visitations from Odin written about in the Heimskringla, in the Olaf Trygvasson saga. It would be intersting to catalogue these types of dreams and to see if they are somehow on the rise. Carl Jung, you know, had similar dreams.
Another interesting interview and a great introduction to Asatru.
Corey Wicks said this on July 3rd, 2007 at 7:13 pm
On the matter of public shrines, I recently discovered an abandoned black marble quarry near the Eagle Cap Wilderness Area in NE Oregon. I’ve often thought that Wallowa County would be the perfect spot to build The Two Towers from Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings trilogy. Orthanc could be build on Alder Slope and the fortress of Barad-Dur could be built atop the 9,000-foot Bonneville Mountain. (You’d have to see the locations to know why I would say that.) Of course, that’d take an act of Congress since Bonneville sits in wilderness area.
That being said, I like the concept of building a gothic cathedral to actually honor gothic culture rather than Catholicism. Remember too that the very act of building the cathedrals was such a massive project that it changed the course of western civilization. What would be the modern equivalent of a medieval cathedral? And how could that honor the gothic gods and culture?
Corey Wicks said this on July 3rd, 2007 at 7:20 pm
Hey guys, im new to asatru and you show has been great and alot of help for me… lol just wanted to say thanks and keep up the good fight.
Ashton Gentzler said this on September 10th, 2007 at 5:02 pm