An inspiring guide to daily spiritual observations for each of the twelve days of Yuletide, complete with affirmations, virtues to practice each day, and more! Includes a glossary of terms. More than a booklet - this is a full-color, spiral-bound guide printed on heavy parchment for standing upright on your desk or window sill.
Asatru influential spiritual leader, environmental advocate, and writer.
McNallen was one of the earliest advocates of reconstructing the ancient pre-Christian religion of Asatru in modern times. He began publishing a modest journal titled The Runestone in the winter of 1971-1972. In August 1972, his Viking Brotherhood received IRS recognition as a tax-exempt religious organization. This name was changed in 1976 to the Asatru Free Assembly (AFA).
Over the next few years McNallen wrote rituals, devised a religious calendar, held (starting in 1980) annual national gatherings called Althings, organized special interest groups within the AFA, and produced many written and audio products to promote the religion.
In 1986 the Asatru Free Assembly ceased operations due to burnout and disputes within the membership. McNallen took a sabbatical for several years, resuming publication of The Runestone in 1994 and forming the Asatru Folk Assembly in 1995. He continues to lead this organization today.