Asatru for Beginners: Discovering the Rich History and the Fundamental Principles of Norse Paganism, Asatru and Rune Magic

Those who practice Asatru believe in a direct line of communication with the gods. Asatru adherents hold the gods exist and can be communicated with in a variety of ways, including rites, prayers, and offerings. Since the Norse pantheon contains many gods and goddesses, Asatru cannot be considered a monotheistic religion like Christianity. To differentiate themselves from other polytheistic religions, some Asatru adherents use the term "Heathen."

Asatru is a religion that emphasizes fellowsh...