Written by Dyami Millarson
Vikingreligion.com stands as a unique platform dedicated to the study of Germanic theology and Germanic philosophy. Founded in 2020 as part of the broader work of Operation X, the blog was created to explore the religious dimension of Germanic folk religion from a philosophical, theological perspective. While many scholars and enthusiasts focus on reconstructing Germanic traditions or studying them from a historical or anthropological viewpoint, this blog offers a distinct theological analysis that sets it apart.
The motivation behind vikingreligion.com stems from a personal interest in Germanic theology. As the site’s founder, I take on the role of theologian, aiming to provide an in-depth examination of Germanic religious beliefs and practices. While the term theology is often associated with monotheistic religions and is sometimes avoided by those studying Germanic religious traditions, I believe that applying a theological lens to Germanic religion holds value. The theological approach allows for a structured analysis of the divine and sacred within these traditions, offering insights into their religious significance.
Aside from theology, religious reconstruction and comparative religion are key methods used on the blog. These analytical approaches help in understanding the nuances of Germanic religion by comparing it with other traditions and by attempting to reconstruct elements of its past based on both historical and contemporary sources. By using these methods, vikingreligion.com bridges the gap between ancient practices and modern interpretations.
Another important aspect of the blog is the focus on religion extinction and religion revival. While much attention is given to the extinction of languages and cultures, the decline and possible resurgence of religious traditions often go unnoticed. The Germanic theology blog vikingreligion.com seeks to fill this gap by studying how ancient religious practices fade and how they might be revitalized in the modern world. This specialisation in religion extinction and revival makes the blog a significant resource for understanding how Germanic religions might evolve or resurface today.
In addition to its theological and analytical focus, the blog also delves into contemporary Germanic folklore. Gathering folklore from modern speakers of Germanic languages, I compare these traditions with earlier, documented Germanic folklore and religious practices. By analysing both contemporary and earlier examples of Germanic folklore in addition to ancient examples of Germanic lore, vikingreligion.com provides a comprehensive view of how Germanic religious beliefs have transformed over time and how they continue to influence modern-day folk traditions. This approach helps uncover the underlying patterns and structures of ancient Germanic religion, using modern folklore as a window into the past.
The vikingreligion.com blog is more than just a blog about Viking beliefs or Norse religion. It represents a philosophical, theological exploration of Germanic religion, using a variety of approaches to study its past, present, and potential future. Through a combination of theological analysis, religious reconstruction, comparative religion, and a focus on religion extinction and revival, the blog offers a multidimensional perspective on the spiritual traditions of the Germanic peoples.
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