Rígsthula is a mythical origin tale that presents the ordering of human society as self-evident and divinely ordained: the social order, classes, normative gender roles, and the hereditary nature of status. Precisely for that reason, the text calls for retelling, now that the world has changed and inclusive narratives are …
As Frithweavers, we are committed to honouring the deep interconnectedness of all life. Frith is not only peace—it is right relationship, with one another and with the living Earth. The words below invite reflection, grief, and radicale action. May they serve as a call to remember who we are, and …
Today is May 4 What does ‘never again’ truly mean when history continues to repeat itself and we choose to look away from contemporary injustice on the very days we commemorate the past? Lines from the song Sag mir, wo die Blumen sind, the title of exhibition of the German …
One of the heartfelt wishes of the Flame for Frith is the planting of trees. Back at the Ostara gathering of Eldaring in Germany in 2019, during the Flame of Frith ritual, we made a pledge to plant a tree. Permission had kindly been granted to do this on the …
International Women’s Day, on March 8, is more than a celebration—it is a call to honour the strength, resilience, and contributions of women in all their diversity. It is a moment to reflect on progress, challenges, and our shared responsibility to build a fairer, more inclusive world. Knowing our strengths, …
Much there is to tell about the world tree Yggdrasil. A colossal cosmic tree which serves as a bridge between the Nine Worlds. Bound together, they draw from the three ancient wells – Hvergelmir, Mimir’s Well, and the Well of Urd – whence all things flow and to which they …
Living Together, Building Together In a world dominated by toxic systems of personal enrichment rather than the wellbeing of Mother Earth and her inhabitants, it is essential to tell a different story together. A story of our belief that change is possible, free from entrenched mindsets and the limiting influence …
As the Flame of Frith is an international, inclusive heathen prayer circle we speak out for peace and our prayers are to preserve all life and dialogue and diplomacy. The FoF frith cord is a symbol for connection. One of the prayers of our online two weekly online praying circle …
Earth Day more then any other day of the year cries for a loud call for a ceasefire! Human suffering caused by warfare is horrific and deserves our continued attention. Yet, the same applies to the suffering inflicted on the earth and her flora and fauna. As frithweavers and peace …
The experience of a ritual can hardly be put into words. The feeling of togetherness with people and kinship with so many relatives in Midgard, like plants and trees, animals, rivers, mountains and so on. To feel the presence of many frith keepers and peace weavers from the other worlds. …