A Greek Pagan, a Norse Pagan, and a Christian walk into a bar. The Greek pagan says "I'll have a fruity drink, something with pomegranate in it." The Norse pagan says "I'll take some of your best mead." The Christian walks up to the bartender, points at the Norse Pagan, and says "I'll take whatever he's having, just make sure you water it down first."
I love both history and mythology. I am a Welsh born, originally Christian because my family grew up Christian and Catholic, but recently, since the end of high school I had been infatuated by Paganism. Currently I am reading a book about Greek mythology and I have some books on Norse mythology too which I will read after I finish this one. I want to learn about as much mythology and history as possible, though as a Welsh person, worshipping and researching about Welsh mythology is extremely hard because we only have the Roman's words to go off of as most of our books were burned, we are now essentially owned by England and the druids are long gone, so I think Greek and Norse will be easier for me to look into, but I will try and research Welsh, Scottish, Irish and other mythologies too.
Another good one. Your traveling to these places and sharing them to us is quite educational and informative. I very much appreciate all that you are doing. Great job and excellent video. Thanks again, my friend.
Documenting these little parts of history is not incredibly popular, but comments like this remind me of why its important. When I first saw these artifacts I was blown away I have never heard about them, seen them in any book, or really anything. I knew right away I needed to share them so others could see the wide variety of pagan artifacts that actually exist!
There is so few knowledgz about celtic paganism... and even in paganism before the celts ! So if you help us find answers, that's just soooo amaaaaziiiing !!!! Can't wait to watch your vidéo about celtic paganism 🥰
The crescent and V-Rod is definitely interesting! Like pretty much anything Pictish, definitely still a mystery! The meaning is not known, but many scholars "believe" it was one of several grave markers. The V-Rod symbolizing a broken arrow to protect the inhabitant of the grave in the Otherworld. The Crescent MAY have been used as a position of power. Think like a gorget that the British army used to denote rank.
Jacob thank you so so much for always sharing and teaching us new things. I really look forward to your videos, always , and I'm so so grateful to be here and learn and see new things that I might not get to otherwise. There aren't enough people doing this sort of thing, and I'm TRULY grateful for you and the work that you're doing!
Love it! In ancient Goddess Worship, which I feel very connected to, crescents and circles are associated with the moon phases, fertility, and the divine feminine. Crescents on their sides, especially when topping a circle are associated with the Horned God or the divine masculine. "V" shaped triangles are associated with the divine feminine and triangles "pointing up" are a symbol of the divine masculine. These stones could possibly predate Norse Paganism. (I look at it as the mother of Norse Paganism or grandmother of Neo Paganism.) Also...one of those stones looks a lot like boobs...another symbol of fertility and important to ancient people. I have a museum quality Venus of Willendorf replica on my alter and the boobs are definitely a thing.
An amazing video as always cant wait for the full celtic pagan breakdown In regards to that crescent symbol I believe the crescent part of the symbol usually represents the sun or the moon and the “V” is supposed to represent a bent or broken arrow What it used for im hoping to find out
That makes me feel a little better about the offerings. People didn't go around sacrificing animals or people all the time but instead gave smaller offerings and thus, we can do the same.
Wow, this was so amazing. Thank you for all of your hard work, and continued dedication to bringing these amazing things to light in the pagan community.
From one interpretation I've seen, the crescent moon and arrows (V-rods), could mean 'birth' (arrows pointing down), or 'death's (arrows pointing up), and the symbols within, could represent one of or some of the 7 planets, giving a time of year. The Picts draw my attention every time,.. maybe because there is still so much mystery around their history.. it's so fascinating!
Hi everyone. Ive very recently converted to Norse paganism and im looking to understand the best way to give an offering to the gods bc im going out on a hike soon and want to take a while to stop and give my first offering to the gods and just commune with any that choose to show themselves to me. Im thinking something to Frey, Freya, or Tyr bc freya and tyr ive felt the most drawn to learn more about so far.
To be historically correct, you’re right about animal sacrifice being less common than much smaller offerings but that would have been because animals were so extremely valuable. So technically, animal sacrifices would be of greater value and in todays times, far easier and realistic. Thus, animal sacrifice would be better. Might even argue, adjusted for modern times, animal sacrifice today would be the new common sacrifice value wise, while something like a simple food could be nearly worthless
I tried looking up the crescent symbol, but it seems like we don't know what it means. It just seems to be a common Pictish symbol. The V-shaped lines are simply called a V-rod. Kinda disappointing this information all got lost. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crescent_(Pictish_symbol)
A Greek Pagan, a Norse Pagan, and a Christian walk into a bar. The Greek pagan says "I'll have a fruity drink, something with pomegranate in it." The Norse pagan says "I'll take some of your best mead." The Christian walks up to the bartender, points at the Norse Pagan, and says "I'll take whatever he's having, just make sure you water it down first."
Made me smile thank you 😆
Can’t wait for the in depth. Celtic needs more discovery!!!💚💚💚
Excited and nervous for everyone to see it next week!
I am of Scottish ancestors and Irish and I've always wanted to see this place so thank you for showing it! Safe travels brother
the dots on the grave sites look like they could be constellations from the stars
I love both history and mythology. I am a Welsh born, originally Christian because my family grew up Christian and Catholic, but recently, since the end of high school I had been infatuated by Paganism. Currently I am reading a book about Greek mythology and I have some books on Norse mythology too which I will read after I finish this one. I want to learn about as much mythology and history as possible, though as a Welsh person, worshipping and researching about Welsh mythology is extremely hard because we only have the Roman's words to go off of as most of our books were burned, we are now essentially owned by England and the druids are long gone, so I think Greek and Norse will be easier for me to look into, but I will try and research Welsh, Scottish, Irish and other mythologies too.
Another good one. Your traveling to these places and sharing them to us is quite educational and informative. I very much appreciate all that you are doing. Great job and excellent video. Thanks again, my friend.
Documenting these little parts of history is not incredibly popular, but comments like this remind me of why its important. When I first saw these artifacts I was blown away I have never heard about them, seen them in any book, or really anything. I knew right away I needed to share them so others could see the wide variety of pagan artifacts that actually exist!
Im welsh and norse pagan would love to be there them spears looked cool may the gods watch and keep you
Have you got any channels where i can learn more about runes
That was very cool to see. Thank you.
Awesome!!
Sooooo cool!
Thank you Jacob for showing this! The more we learn and know, the closer to the Gods we become. Skal!
There is so few knowledgz about celtic paganism... and even in paganism before the celts ! So if you help us find answers, that's just soooo amaaaaziiiing !!!! Can't wait to watch your vidéo about celtic paganism 🥰
The crescent and V-Rod is definitely interesting! Like pretty much anything Pictish, definitely still a mystery! The meaning is not known, but many scholars "believe" it was one of several grave markers. The V-Rod symbolizing a broken arrow to protect the inhabitant of the grave in the Otherworld. The Crescent MAY have been used as a position of power. Think like a gorget that the British army used to denote rank.
All I know is I want it as a tattoo now lol
Jacob thank you so so much for always sharing and teaching us new things. I really look forward to your videos, always , and I'm so so grateful to be here and learn and see new things that I might not get to otherwise. There aren't enough people doing this sort of thing, and I'm TRULY grateful for you and the work that you're doing!
Great video! I’m very interested in Celtic paganism right now.
It is a really fascinating subject, but also very hard to get into!
Love it! In ancient Goddess Worship, which I feel very connected to, crescents and circles are associated with the moon phases, fertility, and the divine feminine. Crescents on their sides, especially when topping a circle are associated with the Horned God or the divine masculine. "V" shaped triangles are associated with the divine feminine and triangles "pointing up" are a symbol of the divine masculine. These stones could possibly predate Norse Paganism. (I look at it as the mother of Norse Paganism or grandmother of Neo Paganism.) Also...one of those stones looks a lot like boobs...another symbol of fertility and important to ancient people. I have a museum quality Venus of Willendorf replica on my alter and the boobs are definitely a thing.
An amazing video as always cant wait for the full celtic pagan breakdown
In regards to that crescent symbol I believe the crescent part of the symbol usually represents the sun or the moon and the “V” is supposed to represent a bent or broken arrow
What it used for im hoping to find out
I Respect Pagan a Lot
For the Strength of The Nature have return to its people
It is real
You Pict some good artifacts to show
Great interesting and informative video! Thanks for sharing these with us
That makes me feel a little better about the offerings. People didn't go around sacrificing animals or people all the time but instead gave smaller offerings and thus, we can do the same.
Absolutely amazing!
Super amazing video Jacob. The goddess in the museum is pretty awesome!!! Hail the gods and goddess, Skål💀🍻
Wow, this was so amazing. Thank you for all of your hard work, and continued dedication to bringing these amazing things to light in the pagan community.
From one interpretation I've seen, the crescent moon and arrows (V-rods), could mean 'birth' (arrows pointing down), or 'death's (arrows pointing up), and the symbols within, could represent one of or some of the 7 planets, giving a time of year. The Picts draw my attention every time,.. maybe because there is still so much mystery around their history.. it's so fascinating!
Hi everyone. Ive very recently converted to Norse paganism and im looking to understand the best way to give an offering to the gods bc im going out on a hike soon and want to take a while to stop and give my first offering to the gods and just commune with any that choose to show themselves to me. Im thinking something to Frey, Freya, or Tyr bc freya and tyr ive felt the most drawn to learn more about so far.
Do you have a video about offerings to the gods. I have been leaving a mason jar of honey bourbon on a bench in my garden
I have several videos. One I made last year goes over specific offerings for specific deities.
@@TheWisdomOfOdin I will check them out thanks for the reply
Stupid question, you give an offering of wine to a god on your altar, what do you do with the wine afterwards? Or any offering?
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What I wonder is, is this your job? Or Just an hobby that recuiers alot of time?
I have been a full time content creator for two years
Dude idc what the church did or the ancestors, sacrificing life seems wvil to me
To be historically correct, you’re right about animal sacrifice being less common than much smaller offerings but that would have been because animals were so extremely valuable. So technically, animal sacrifices would be of greater value and in todays times, far easier and realistic. Thus, animal sacrifice would be better. Might even argue, adjusted for modern times, animal sacrifice today would be the new common sacrifice value wise, while something like a simple food could be nearly worthless
I tried looking up the crescent symbol, but it seems like we don't know what it means. It just seems to be a common Pictish symbol. The V-shaped lines are simply called a V-rod. Kinda disappointing this information all got lost. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crescent_(Pictish_symbol)