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Sagas & teachings
These editions and translations are marked public domain in the United States by their hosts. The medieval stories are older than the translations; wording and commentary can reflect the translator’s time. Compare versions and make up your own mind.
Hávamál — The Words of the High One
Read the complete numbered wisdom poem attributed to Odin directly. This older translation is in the public domain in the United States; compare other editions for differences in wording and stanza numbering.
Wikisource · Henry Adams Bellows translation (1923)Open resource ↗ (opens in a new tab)Poetry & teachings · PUBLIC DOMAIN (US)The Poetic Edda
Poems of gods and heroes, including Hávamál, the sayings attributed to Odin. Read this older translation alongside others when you can.
Project Gutenberg · Henry Adams BellowsOpen resource ↗ (opens in a new tab)Myth & skaldic craft · PUBLIC DOMAIN (US)The Prose Edda
Snorri Sturluson’s account of myths and poetic language in an older English translation.
Project Gutenberg · Rasmus B. Anderson editionOpen resource ↗ (opens in a new tab)Family saga · PUBLIC DOMAIN (US)Egil’s Saga
A family saga about the poet Egill, kinship, conflict, and verse in medieval Iceland.
Icelandic Saga Database · W. C. Green translation, 1893Open resource ↗ (opens in a new tab)Family saga · PUBLIC DOMAIN (US)The Story of Burnt Njál
A saga of law, friendship, feuds, and the hard consequences of vengeance.
Project Gutenberg · George Webbe Dasent translationOpen resource ↗ (opens in a new tab)Legendary saga · PUBLIC DOMAIN (US)The Story of the Völsungs
Legendary saga of Sigurd, the dragon, and the Völsung family, with passages from Eddic poetry.
Project Gutenberg · William Morris & Eiríkr MagnússonOpen resource ↗ (opens in a new tab)Kings’ sagas · PUBLIC DOMAIN (US)Heimskringla
Snorri’s sagas of Norway’s kings, mixing traditions, legend, and historical narrative.
Project Gutenberg · older English translationOpen resource ↗ (opens in a new tab)The wider Pagan world
Public websites for learning, listening, and finding community. Some organizations state explicit commitments to inclusion; other links share personal writing and creative work. These are independent voices; their modern writing is free to visit but generally not public domain. Compare their claims with the old texts and with one another.
Inclusive Heathenry
Living voices on Norse and Germanic Pagan practice, with openly stated commitments against exclusion and hate.
The Troth
A free library on gods, ritual, beliefs, and modern practice. The organization explicitly supports inclusive Heathenry.
Inclusive Heathen organizationOpen resource ↗ (opens in a new tab)Getting started · PUBLIC WEBSITEThe Longship
A practical introduction to Heathen ideas and practice that says plainly it is one guide among many and rejects exclusionary groups.
Independent beginner’s guideOpen resource ↗ (opens in a new tab)Community & ethics · PUBLIC WEBSITEHeathens Against Hate
Resources and community work confronting the misuse of Norse symbols for racism and exclusion.
Inclusive Heathen organizationOpen resource ↗ (opens in a new tab)Listen & learn · PUBLIC WEBSITEThe Heathen History Podcast
Free conversations about the history of modern Heathenry, including its difficult chapters. The show identifies itself as inclusive.
Independent history podcastOpen resource ↗ (opens in a new tab)Guides & practice · PUBLIC WEBSITESkald’s Keep
The supplied support page leads to guides on Norse Heathenry, deities, practice, and an encyclopedia. Its author rejects racialist rhetoric and notes that the site reflects a personal interpretation.
Independent Heathen learning site · support pageOpen resource ↗ (opens in a new tab)Poetry and song
Creative work can open another door into the stories. Respect each writer’s rights and read older verse alongside modern interpretations.
Other Pagan paths
Explore traditions beyond Norse Heathenry in their own words. Visiting another path is an invitation to listen, not a claim that all Pagans practice alike.
The Pagan Federation
Introductions to Pagan traditions, public education, and advocacy for equality and religious freedom.
UK Pagan organizationOpen resource ↗ (opens in a new tab)Worldwide paths · PUBLIC WEBSITEPagan Federation International
An overview of diverse Pagan paths and a network of country groups to explore.
International Pagan networkOpen resource ↗ (opens in a new tab)Druidry · PUBLIC WEBSITEOrder of Bards, Ovates & Druids
Public introductions to nature-based Druidry, creativity, and land stewardship. Its stated values reject racism and exclusion.
Druidry organizationOpen resource ↗ (opens in a new tab)Druid study · PUBLIC WEBSITEÁr nDraíocht Féin
Public articles and study material on modern Druid practice. Its policy prohibits discrimination in its activities.
Druid fellowshipOpen resource ↗ (opens in a new tab)Hellenic practice · PUBLIC WEBSITEHellenion
A reconstructionist approach to ancient Greek religion, with a mission stating respect across identity and background.
Hellenic polytheist organizationOpen resource ↗ (opens in a new tab)Wicca & Witchcraft · PUBLIC WEBSITECovenant of the Goddess
Information on diverse Wiccan and Witchcraft traditions, community, and religious rights.
Wiccan & Witchcraft federationOpen resource ↗ (opens in a new tab)Pagan education · PUBLIC WEBSITECherry Hill Seminary
Public information and learning opportunities in Pagan and nature-based spiritualities; formal courses may require payment.
Pagan education providerOpen resource ↗ (opens in a new tab)Independent perspectives
Useful outside views help us distinguish history, living religion, and our own interpretations.
Harvard Pluralism Project: Paganism
Introductions to Pagan life in the United States from a religious-studies perspective.
Harvard University research projectOpen resource ↗ (opens in a new tab)History articles · PUBLIC WEBSITENorse Mythology collection
A browsable collection of historical articles and images on Norse stories; check article sources and dates as you read.
World History EncyclopediaOpen resource ↗ (opens in a new tab)University, history & databases
Explore manuscripts, archaeology, runic records, and scholarship. These resources are free to consult; their modern text and images may still be protected, so check each source before reusing material.
Icelandic Saga Database
Browse the Icelandic family sagas in original-language text and public-domain translations where available.
Volunteer maintained text archiveOpen resource ↗ (opens in a new tab)Manuscript · FREE TO VIEWCodex Regius manuscript
See the catalog record for the manuscript preserving much of the Poetic Edda, and explore related collections.
Handrit.is · Icelandic manuscript collectionsOpen resource ↗ (opens in a new tab)University learning · FREE TO VIEWThe Medieval Icelandic Sagas
Find the university’s preparatory reading lists and guidance for its international Medieval studies programmes.
University of IcelandOpen resource ↗ (opens in a new tab)History & archaeology · FREE TO VIEWReligion, magic, death and rituals
Read museum research on Viking Age religious practices and the evidence behind them.
National Museum of DenmarkOpen resource ↗ (opens in a new tab)Inscription database · FREE TO VIEWRunor: runic inscriptions
Explore a research platform with thousands of recorded inscriptions, reports, and images.
Swedish National Heritage BoardOpen resource ↗ (opens in a new tab)Research collection · FREE TO VIEWViking Society web publications
Read scholarly editions and studies online. The Society retains rights in many works; check each publication’s terms before reuse.
Viking Society for Northern ResearchOpen resource ↗ (opens in a new tab)