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19 of 23 found the following review helpful:
A personal experience with The Old Man, shared. Oct 11, 2004
By A Tyrswoman
Far too often when we read books on the Gods and Goddesses of old Europe we get a scholarly analysis with very little personality. We are inundated with dates, places, place names and other bits of information that may serve us well in our quest for data on the Gods/esses, but we don't learn how to relate to them.
Ms. Krasskova has done a tremendous job relating to us, her very personal experiences with the Old Man. She shares her poems, devotionals and experiences with Odin in an attempt to open our minds to him. We can see through her that he is a multi-faceted God who isn't confined to the pages of old books, but is living and breathing in those of us who are "fulltrui" to him.
Even those who aren't devoted to Odin can still use her experiences to jump start their own practice to the Gods/esses that they follow.
This book is definitely recommended for those who are willing to think out of the box.
8 of 9 found the following review helpful:
Beautiful Apr 30, 2007
By H. Lauer
This book is a must for those like myself who, while deeply attached to the integrity of the historical record, want more of heathenism than arguments over matters of fact and history.
This book, then, is a door towards the personal relationship that the author has with Woden. As I have a similar relationship, I found the book to be extremely moving and powerful. It is so rare to read books on heathenism which have any sense of personal connection or understanding. There is no abstraction here.
Furthermore, Galina is extremely clear about where the historical record ends and her own personal inspiration begins. This is an important step because in doing so she demonstrates that care for the historical record can go hand in hand with developing new expressions of heathen spirituality. The latter does not Have to come at the expense of the former.
Some of the practices offered in the book are not that directly interesting to me, largely because some of these things I have invented in my own way already. But the real gift is the inspiration, the invitation to forge new ways of exploring my relationship to One Eye.
Thank you so much for this work, Galina. I am deeply glad that I bought it.
15 of 19 found the following review helpful:
Wonderfully heartfelt Apr 07, 2005
By Elizabeth Vongvisith
I'm not a heathen or an Odin's-woman, but I think this is an awesome book. Krasskova's intense love and devotion to the All-Father shines through her words, and it is obvious that unlike many other authors, she has and does actually LIVE what she writes about. I agree with the previous reviewer in that one need not be dedicated to Odin to appreciate what this book has to offer. It is a beautiful and inspirational work that all of us who love our Gods may benefit from.
14 of 18 found the following review helpful:
D E V O T I O N Jun 11, 2005
By Casey Woods
Modern-day reconstructed Heathenry has had a number of books and articles written on it through the years. Yet for all the material that has been written, this religion has had very little text regarding matters that are far more spiritual in nature. This is a refreshing change of pace, to finally see some devotional materials on this religion. More so, it is well written from the point of view of a devotee.
For people interested in this religion, you can finally see a glimpse of the heart and faith of this religion, and see an entirely new perspective. This is a well written book, with a number of ways to help connect with Odin, or just learn something new about him. For anyone serious in expanding their spirituality, especially for a Heathen, this should be on your reading list.
6 of 7 found the following review helpful:
Devotions are a Whisper no more... Jan 23, 2008
By K. C. Hulsman
This is the very first devotion published in the modern day reconstructed religion of Northern Europe, commonly known as Asatru or Heathenry. For so long the modern community has focused too much of their efforts on a vast body of work from ancient times, examining the minutiae of it; while failing to acknowledge or even write about the personal devotions happening in the community today. This trail-blazing book of profound spiritual reverence has caused a veritable onslaught of fellow devotional texts on the Gods and Goddesses of Northern Europe to follow, including a second devotional book on Odin by Krasskova, Walking Towards Yggdrasil.
So many people find devotional work daunting simply because they don't have an idea of where to begin. The Whisperings of Woden: Nine Nights of Devotional Practice offers suggestions that people can use as is, or adapt to create something unique to their own personal devotions and tastes.
Finally we have a text that points to this religion as being more than a subculture of people who like to play at being a "Viking" for the day, but rather demonstrates by the personal fervor of one devotee that this is a living, breathing faith where practitioners struggle with understanding and developing relationships with the Gods. This seminal work is filled with essays illuminating personal insights on Odin, Krasskova's personal thoughts and practices including suggestions on how to create an altar to the Old Man, a wide variety of meditation types, special recipes such as Odin incense, and heart-felt prayers.
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