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Nobility
In the world of today, when we are at a point when so many have such a need for the empowering spirituality demanded by these times, it is imperative that we begin to see with clear eyes the lessons brought to us in these grandmothers’ tales and other sources. There is most certainly a wisdom within them which will guide us in the efforts to handle our greatest foe. The ability to conquer ourselves and live a life of nobility which may be brought about by no less a herculean effort than the Olympic lifter; can be done. It has been right here in front of us all along.
90 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 14, 2016
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February 19, 2017
Nobility is an earnest, well-written epistle from Wilton to his fellow Asatruar, exhorting them to actually live according to their stated values of personal responsibility, discipline, courage, hospitality, and etc. in order to achieve a life of true nobility. He does not get caught up in the romanticized warrior mythos which seems to plague so many of his co-religionists, instead focusing on the realities of modern life and membership in the family and community. Self-awareness, self-discipline, sacrifice, and wisdom are his watch words.
The main reason I rated this book three stars and not more is that although Wilton makes reference to lore, and quotes from the Havamal appear between each chapter, he does not have much to say about the gods except as characters in stories. There is nothing about how interactions with Them through ritual or devotion could have an impact on achieving the noble character that is his goal. Which seems like a major omission to me, given the explicit purpose of awakening higher character and purpose in his fellow Asatruar.
The main reason I rated this book three stars and not more is that although Wilton makes reference to lore, and quotes from the Havamal appear between each chapter, he does not have much to say about the gods except as characters in stories. There is nothing about how interactions with Them through ritual or devotion could have an impact on achieving the noble character that is his goal. Which seems like a major omission to me, given the explicit purpose of awakening higher character and purpose in his fellow Asatruar.
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