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Originally published in 1899, this concise book provides a series of essays on the Ancient Germanic cult of Woden. The text focuses on the characteristics and rites associated with the cult, as opposed to the more frequently discussed mythology associated with Woden. Questions are posed regarding the organisational structure of the cult and the places in which it was practiced. An authorial introduction and extensive textual notes are also provided. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in Germanic paganism and pre-Christian religion.

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Introduction; 1. The cult of Othin in the North; 2. Traces of the cult of Woden on the Continent and in Britain; 3. The introduction of the cult into the North; Note 1. The name of the God; Note 2. The story of Starkaor; Note 3. The interpretation of Havamil 138f.

The Cult of Othin An Essay in the Ancient Religion of the North

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      Publisher: Cambridge University Press
      Publication Date: 1/3/2013 12:00:00 AM
      ISBN13: 9781107677197, 978-1107677197
      ISBN10: 110767719X
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      Description

      Book Synopsis
      Originally published in 1899, this concise book provides a series of essays on the Ancient Germanic cult of Woden. The text focuses on the characteristics and rites associated with the cult, as opposed to the more frequently discussed mythology associated with Woden. Questions are posed regarding the organisational structure of the cult and the places in which it was practiced. An authorial introduction and extensive textual notes are also provided. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in Germanic paganism and pre-Christian religion.

      Table of Contents
      Introduction; 1. The cult of Othin in the North; 2. Traces of the cult of Woden on the Continent and in Britain; 3. The introduction of the cult into the North; Note 1. The name of the God; Note 2. The story of Starkaor; Note 3. The interpretation of Havamil 138f.

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