Inclusive Heathenry, Ásatrú and Norse Paganism

In everything we do, The Troth strives to embody the spirit of reciprocity and service for our inclusive faith traditions. Our organization brings together many of those traditions, whether you call them Ásatrú, Forn Sed, Heathenry, Norse Paganism, Urglaawe or Anglo-Saxon Heathenry (ASH). 

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We Welcome People From All Backgrounds

We invite all who share the values of inclusive Heathenry to join us in the worship of the Gods and Goddesses, our ancestors, and Land Spirits. We welcome people from all backgrounds who have been called to follow Heathenry, Asatru or Norse Paganism. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity or gender identity.

A vast resource library 35 years in the making.

We have a vast resource library that is getting added to as we unlock and upload decades worth of original articles and even whole book chapters to help accomplish our mission to provide the best resources possible to educate and serve the inclusive Heathen faith. All of these resources have been generously donated by our volunteers.

Heathenry is a term that refers to a set of religions that honor and worship the Gods as they were called by the various Germanic peoples of what is now modern Europe. It is also sometimes called Norse Paganism, Germanic Paganism or Asatru. The religion once also to be called “Odinism” but that’s not a name we commonly use anymore. You’ll recognize names like Odin, Thor or Freyja but many of us also worship Gods with names like Zisa, Donnar or Frau Holle. We also worship our beloved dead and the good spirits that fill our world.

We worship the Gods and the good spirits that share this world with us.

No. The Troth is not a Church. We are a 501c3 Religious Organization. A Church has a set doctrine that a single congregation follows, and we represent too diverse a tradition to qualify as having any one strict set of beliefs.

While we can’t give out any member information (members can, of course, self-identify if they wish) but as of October 2023 The Troth has 2514 active members worldwide.

An “active member” is someone who is currently paying our membership dues, which recur on a yearly basis, or those who have been granted lifetime memberships for their exceptional service to our mission.

Asatru does not have any specific Holy Books, though some people regard books like the Poetic Edda or Beowulf to be holy texts. You won’t find free copies of those books here, though we do have suggested reading lists and recommended translations. You can find these primary texts in libraries or available online in pdf form. The free resources we present here are original material published by our Organization and written by our volunteers.

Thank you for visiting our new website! We are thrilled to have you here and look forward to providing you with a seamless and enjoyable experience. Our new platform is designed to help you easily navigate our features and find what you want. Whether you are here to connect with other Heathens, learn about our faith, or discover what events we have on the horizon, we have something for everyone.

We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone. Rest assured that your privacy is our top priority, and our new Data Policy ensures your personal information is kept secure. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact our support team. We are always here to help and are committed to providing you with the best possible experience.

Thank you again for supporting The Troth. We hope you enjoy the new resource library and other new features!

Best regards,

Lauren Crow. President and CEO, The Troth

Lauren Crow President and CEO the Troth

Latest News

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Publications & Branded Gear

The Troth offers many ways to shop for merchandise, books, t-shirts, publications, and branded items — t-shirts, water bottles, tote bags, sweatshirts, mouse pads, and even Yule cards! Check out all of the things you can buy.