Nordmanna-Mystik: Bilder Från Nordens Forntid

Delving into the shadowy world of pre‑Christian Scandinavia, this work brings the forgotten beliefs of the ancient North to life. Drawing on the Eddas, Icelandic sagas and a wealth of contemporary scholarship, it separates later Christian glosses from the genuine worldview of the pagan peoples. Listeners will discover how these sources, though filtered through medieval scribes, remain remarkably reliable for understanding early Norse spirituality.

The narrative moves from lofty gods to the myriad lesser beings that guarded families, clans and whole valleys. It explains a distinctive brand of magic rooted in the concrete nature of objects and spirits—entities that eat, drink and can be slain—rather than the ethereal demons of southern Europe. Threads of Finnish and Sámi sorcery weave through the discussion, showing how the North’s “troll‑craft” was once revered as the pinnacle of mystical skill. This vivid portrait of ancient superstition offers a window onto the soul of the old Norse, inviting listeners to hear the echo of their mysteries.