Seiðr

Seiðr is a form of ancient Norse magic and shamanistic practice associated with the ability to manipulate fate, communicate with spirits, and foresee the future. Traditionally performed by women called seiðkonnas or seiðr practitioners, it involved rituals, chanting, and trance states. This practice played a significant role in Viking culture, intertwining with their beliefs about the supernatural and the natural world. Seiðr is often linked to the goddess Freyja, who is seen as a key figure in its practice, highlighting its significance in Norse mythology and spirituality.