Seidr - Old Norse Shamanism?

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In this episode, we explore the world of Seidr in old Norse culture. Can it be called mysticism? Or perhaps a part of the wider phenomenon of "shamanism"? These are questions and topics we explore in this one. Check out my linktree to find our new song, socials & more: https://linktr.ee/filipholm Support Let's Talk Religion on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/letstalkreligion Or through a one-time donation: https://paypal.me/talkreligiondonate Also check out the Let's Talk Religion Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ih4sqtWv0wRIhS6HFgerb?si=95b07d83d0254b Music by: Filip Holm Sources/Recomended Reading: Lindow, John (2002). "Norse Mythology: A Guide to Gods, Heroes, Rituals, and Beliefs". Oxford University Press. Näsström, Britt-Mari (1995). "Freyja - the great goddess of the north". Almqvist & Wiksell International. Price, Neil (2019). "The Viking Way: Magic and Mind in Late Iron Age Scandinavia". Oxbow Books; 2nd ed. edition. Stensland, Gro (2007). "Fornnordisk Religion". Natur Kultur Akademisk. #seiðr #norsemythology #shamanism