Loki and Sigyn: Lessons on Chaos, Laughter & Loyalty from the Norse Gods

by Lea Svendsen

Overview

Uncover the Truth about Loki and His Devoted Wife Sigyn

This captivating book takes you deep into the infamous legacy of Loki and the quiet power of Sigyn, the goddess of loyalty and compassion. As a controversial figure in Heathenry, Loki is often approached with trepidation. But this book introduces you to his true self: a trickster, but also a loving husband and creative problem-solver.

Join Heathen author Lea Svendsen on a rich exploration of these two Norse deities, together and separate. Discover their adventures in parenthood, their complicated relationships with the other gods, and their entertaining exploits. Learn how to set up an altar to each of them, what offerings they like, and how to perform rituals. You'll also enjoy compelling thoughts on Loki and Sigyn from Pagan and Heathen leaders, such as Patricia Lafayllve and Erika Wren.

Includes a foreword by Mortellus, author of Do I Have to Wear Black?

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780738769431
Publisher:	Llewellyn Worldwide, LTD.
Publication date:	11/06/2024
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	211
File size:	4 MB

About the Author

Lea Svendsen (Eastern Pennsylvania) has a lifetime of experience working with the Norse pantheon. Her father and paternal grandfather were Heathens, and she's an active and respected member of the Northeast Heathen Community. As a devotee of Loki and a priestess of Sigyn, Lea has given presentations and led workshop-style discussions about them.

Mortellus is a lineaged Third Degree Gardnerian High Priestex of the Long Island Line. They are presently busy at work on their third book for Llewellyn Worldwide, with the second, The Bones Fall in a Spiral: A Guide to Necromancy and the Magic of Death set to arrive on shelves September 8, 2022. In addition to their role as High Priestex, Mortellus is a Mortician and holds degrees in Design, Education, Fine Arts, and Mortuary Sciences. Their areas of expertise include necromancy, necrobotany, mediumship, and the funerary rites of minority faith groups. They currently reside in Western North Carolina on three acres that doubles as the Covenstead for the Coven of Leaves with their spouse; four-year-old twins; and one really, really ridiculous dog.

You can visit Mortellus online at https://linktr.ee/acrowandthedead and https://www.mortellus.com/.

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Table of Contents

Contents

Acknowledgements … xiii

Foreword by Mortellus … xvii

Introduction: The Story Behind These Stories … 1

Chapter One: Loki and Sigyn in the Lore … 11

Chapter Two: Loki and Sigyn in American Heathenry … 57

Chapter Three: Living Heathen … 87

Chapter Four: Loki and Sigyn: Lessons on the Syllabus … 125

Chapter Five: Attributes for Devotional Practice … 141

Chapter Six: Rituals and Celebrations … 157

Chapter Seven: Lokaorð (Final Thoughts, or Loki’s Words) … 183

Further Reading … 189

Glossary … 191

Bibliography … 199

Index … 205

Editorial Reviews

"This is an interesting examination of a controversial figure. Svendsen's prose is familiar, easy to understand, and occasionally hilarious. Moving between solid scholarship and personal experience with ease, this book provides readers with a modern sense of both Loki and Sigyn."—Patricia Lafayllve, author of A Practical Heathen's Guide to Asatru

"Wait, was I not just sitting in a drinking hall listening to an excited Lokean drinking Jagermeister and telling stories while standing on a table? It certainly feels that way after reading Loki and Sigyn! I laughed, I cried, I found insightful commentary and a good mix of scholarship and gnosis. I also found the main stories - yes, they're very important (and funny)! But there were also lessons about bad decisions, accountability, love, devotion, and compassion as well. Oh, and let's not forget all the lessons on how to honor that fiery boi and his wife (there were plenty of those - don't forget the candy!). 10 out of 10 would recommend (and I don't even usually bother with the guy)."—Cat Heath, author of Elves, Witches, & Gods

"Loki and Sigyn offers a comprehensive and sincere look at Loki, Sigyn, and their presence within inclusive Heathenry. With humor, affection, and insight, Lea Svendsen provides strong citations while staying personable, not pedantic, provides a platform for many perspectives while affirming care and devotion, and balances beginner-friendly overviews with fresh information even Lokean old-timers will find intriguing. Loki is my oathed beloved, and Svendsen's writing resonates with how I know and love him—and it's the attention offered to the goddess Sigyn, so frequently overlooked and misrepresented, that I appreciate most about this book. Svendsen's work is a much-needed contribution to this community."—Bat Collazo, editor of Blood Unbound: A Loki Devotional

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