Donations are essential to keep Write Out Loud going    

Norse Mythology (Remove filter)

Sacrifice

I know myself hanging there,
on that windy tree,
whose roots are unknown,
a sacrifice of myself to myself,
Wounded by my spear Gungnir,
for nine long nights and days I hung,
No food nor drink was brought to me,
Sinking into death they appeared,
Reaching out with a scream,
I grasped the runes,
and sunk from the tree,
with a sigh.

Read and leave comments (0)

Norse MythologyPaganismOdinSacrificeRunesYggdrasilKnowledge.

The Bound One

Banished for an act not committed,

I am cursed by my fate,

A prophecy they said,

foretold by the Norns,

of me devouring Allfather.

 

Cursed I am,

by my blood.

Son of Chaos,

Mischief was expected,

I am not one for tricks,

Despite my wily father.

 

Cursed I am,

by my strength

and pride.

They used this against me,

told me it was a test of strength.

...

Read and leave comments (2)

FenrirFenris WolfGleipnirLokiNorse MythologyOdinRagnarokThorTrickeryTyr

This site uses cookies. By continuing to browse, you are agreeing to our use of cookies.

Find out more Hide this message