"Týr couldn't pick up the cauldron, meaning he's weaker than Thor" Týr with his one hand: Am I a joke to you
@crowfeedreactions
2 жыл бұрын
Well, it's all in the legs.
@21ShelbyGT500
Жыл бұрын
LMFAOOO
@elliotbishop231
2 жыл бұрын
Tyr is a god I’m reaching out to a fair amount these days, as someone who has anxiety issues he (along with Thor and Odin) is a god I want to grow closer to.
@dieseljay700
2 жыл бұрын
Hmm also have anxiety issues you reach out to Tyr any help? or advice?
@elliotbishop231
2 жыл бұрын
@@dieseljay700 I suppose just be honest, I cant speak for Tyr of course and your experiences and mine will most certainly differ. Oaths are something important to Tyr Ive found, not saying you need to swear him an oath but yeah. Treat him with respect I suppose, like you would Odin.
@UllyrWuldan
2 жыл бұрын
I don't know. I have a hard time reducing the Gods to "gods *of*" things. Seems like that approach is to take a very complex entity and water it down. Tyr is Tyr. I think he has a noble and justiciar side, but also he's a War God. War is about balance, just like justice.
@tylerdillon3745
2 жыл бұрын
Exactly. The classical Hellenistic gods are described as such, but that convention of a god being "of something" that is their conceptual domain does not readily apply to gods of other cultures. Gods are complex personalities, similar to humans. Think of the Abrahamic god Yahweh -- what is he the god of? Humans like to categorize things and put them in boxes. The gods are more than that.
@ericolofsson
2 жыл бұрын
Most of the Norse "creatures" have fundamental element to them tho. Based on a idea or two. Loki for example embodiment of chaos/luck/unlucky or tricker. Sometimes he helps you sometimes not. Gods for day and night. Giants for earth, fire & ice. Odin have lots of connections to the mind his name, the mad one. His animals, thought, memory, greed & hunger. the sky/wind often represents the mind. Thor is a god born by earth and wind. He has powers that connect them both.
@farfandelosgodos1681
2 жыл бұрын
@@tylerdillon3745 Yahveh is the god of nihilism.
@justinchadwick1034
2 жыл бұрын
I agree
@Eos_Galvus
2 жыл бұрын
Tyr was the first god I connected to on this path; I'm not a soldier nor was I, but that was the direction my path went, presently, anyhow. As for revering Tyr, I offer what I can, when; I try to be a decent human being, which presently is one of few things I can offer presently unless I'm sharing something. Tyr also gave me my strongest experience with the gods. I used to live in another state with a generic pagan pride festival. I had a bit of money and was walking around when I felt pulled to a booth, where I found a metal Tiwaz rune pendant. I bought it, put it on, and thought "Okay, this is what's happening, cool, let's look around". Well a bit later on the same day at the festival while wearing the pendant I saw the sihlouette of a man with a short stubbly beard GRINNING at me and when I looked to speak to him, he was gone.... It was Tyr. I was absolutely surprised to see him as well, Tyr's been as around as one can expect of the gods since I started' the time to acclimate to others has been slow since I'm easily overwhelmed, but I can't forget Tyur grinning at me in that time.
@Anxious_bastard
2 жыл бұрын
That sounds amazing! A truly inspiring experience!
@Anxious_bastard
2 жыл бұрын
My father is a follower of Odin and he saw him once. He was in his garden, in deep thought, when he saw a tall figure in a cloak walk over the hill, which can be seen from my dad's house. The figure appeared from the shadows of two trees and just vanished after a few seconds. Since then we call that hill the "Odin hill" and we lit a candle up there with his rune, right next to the trees.
@Eos_Galvus
2 жыл бұрын
@@Anxious_bastard That's amazing!
@paradoxis213gaming3
2 жыл бұрын
@Nova Strike Can you give more detail about what Tyr looked like, He is one of the gods that I feel closest to and have only started this journey about a week to a week and a half ago but when I preyed to him I felt something deep that I haven't felt when I prayed to the other gods. I was going through a rough time at school and the morning before school started I preyed to him and all of a sudden I got to school and everybody was kind to me and I was more excepted, I prayed that I would be treated justly and that he shine his light upon me and those I hold dear and he did. So far he and Thor (Also maybe Odin) have answered my prayers so now that I heard that you saw him I really want to know what he looks like so I can keep an eye out.
@Eos_Galvus
2 жыл бұрын
@@paradoxis213gaming3 Well, the first thing I feel needs said is, he seemed shadowed -- at the peripheral part of my vision. I couldn't make out many features, but when I saw him he had stubble or a beard and a smile. While many people say Tyr is best for soldiers, I think he responds well with people whom face a struggle. I wasn't very popular in school either, and my parents were awful. But I want to emphasize his response to one person might be different to his response to someone else. With Tyr it helps to find what area you connect most with him in, and work from there. I hope the gods continue to watch over you with the school thing!
@The_bigbo55
2 жыл бұрын
You're spot on with your assessment of The Binding. Tyr befriended Fenrir but in the end he was the only one courageous enough to sacrifice his hand. Remember that the binding of Fenrir was a self -fulfilling prophecy in which we must ask, had Odin never heard the prophecy would he have bound Fenrir thus sealing his own fate? Also keep in mind that "justice" has different meanings. Not all that is lawful is just and not all that is just is lawful. I feel from my experience with meeting him personally, associating him to law is a later addition. Your perspective is pretty close (my perspective isn't the popular one either). Also...isn't it odd that prior to seeing this I marked my weapons with Tyr runes, called to him as described, and blessed the markings with blood 😏
@0bsidian.r0se.drag0n
2 жыл бұрын
Tyr values balance and cosmic order, yet sacrificed his own symmetry and balance, for the preservation of order. This is an important distinction between him and Odin who sacrifices parts of himself for knowledge and power (a self-serving motivation) whereas Tiwaz sacrifices in the name of cosmic order. He values inner strength and the courage to uphold the greater good of the collective - putting righteousness and the community before the personal desires of the ego. Hopefully this doesn't come across as speaking for him but this is my interpretation based on my own interactions with him (he's awesome btw
@ItsDaHoots
2 жыл бұрын
A hero god
@shanemous2451
Жыл бұрын
Or perhaps he lost his power to Odin when he betrayed his honor with Fenrir, when manipulated by Odin. Odin had no problem sacrificing Tyrs highest ideal to try and preserve himself, in turn enacting a self fulfilling prophecy.
@0bsidian.r0se.drag0n
Жыл бұрын
good one! love it :D
@AnotherRandom001
Жыл бұрын
Is this ab out your test t i Kill eL
@ravenstromdans
2 жыл бұрын
I see the story of Fenrir and Gleipnir as both bravery and sacrifice for the greater good...as well as a combination of oath making *and* breaking. The Aesir recognized Fenrir as a threat to the world, but even after the had Gleipnir woven to bind him, none were willing to take Fenrir's request to put a hand in his maw as a pledge that he would be released if he couldn't escape on his own. By putting his hand in Fenrir's mouth, Tyr accepted that oath both in bad faith (because he knew the oath would be broken by his fellow Aesir) and as an act of sacrificial courage, as everyone knew whomever put their hand in Fenrir's mouth was going to lose that hand when the great wolf couldn't free himself from Gleipnir. I wonder, if losing what was likely his sword hand was an instrumental narrative describing Tyr's fall from grace as the chief war god of the Norse and Germanic tribes and being replaced by Wotan/Odin. Consider, a mighty and skilled warrior who has lost his dominant hand will remain respected in his tribe, but that respect is likely an artifact left over from when he was in his prime, while true veneration is reserved for the newer god who, though missing an eye is considered wiser and more strategic in their approach to conflict. To me, Tyr has always represented courage, sacrifice for the greater good and justice in its most basic form...but as I've grown older, there's also an element of strategy and sort of road-scholar-dom of centuries of experience dealing with foes. I have never felt a particular affinity for Odin or indeed any of the other Norse gods, with the minor exception of Baldr. Tyr, however, speaks to me strongly...maybe because courage is a thing a have a dearth of in my character, maybe because I give of myself to the point of self-harm at times. Either way...while I agree that compassion is not one of the things that I get from the core story of the Binding of Fenrir, I also feel that Tyr embodies far more than just pure bravery.
@bruinpattison9973
2 жыл бұрын
I can see both perspectives regarding Tyr's representation. Imo part of victory is knowing when to show mercy or compassion. I am of the opinion that Tyr could have helped to raise Fenrir as the other gods were afraid to as he saw something different. But in doing what he thought was the greater good, he paid the price for Fenrir's binding.
@Bigbigvoodoo
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for these videos. I mainly venerate Odin based on a past experience I had with him. Recently though something happened that I felt was Odin directing me to seek out Tyr. I love your channel because I can get quick information from you that help guide me when I begin my own research.
@Tjdodson
8 ай бұрын
It is a story of bravery, certainly. He was doing what needed to be done. Very likely, knowing the outcome. Tyr was the only one who was not only brave enough, but was smart enough to know there was no other path to the currently desired outcome.
@nightangel486
2 жыл бұрын
Loki's insult in Lokasenna made me think he was making a literal pun, since humans typically will "weigh" two things by holding one in each hand....which Tyr can no longer do 😉😆
@jarljohanssen8965
2 жыл бұрын
Oh I like that.... and that sounds like a Loki to make a deep sick joke.
@agelessprajna2955
2 жыл бұрын
an argument is always welcomed as it advances everyone's thinking; thank you for great work, you've a new subscriber:)
@TheWisdomOfOdin
2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the video!
@kev1734
2 жыл бұрын
I was engrossed in the video right through 20mins. It wasn't until you pointed it out in your pop-up message that I saw just how crazy and wild your hair was; I really cracked up >_
@lunarose2139
2 жыл бұрын
I would have to agree with you!! I think that the story is a story of bravery as well
@TheWisdomOfOdin
2 жыл бұрын
I am glad I am not alone in seeing it this way 😂
@lunarose2139
2 жыл бұрын
@@TheWisdomOfOdin definitely not alone!! I'm glad I got to actually watch a video early 😊
@itshoogy3856
2 жыл бұрын
I was born with a short arm so personally I feel a particular affiliation or fondness of Tyr
@gigoodluck7963
2 жыл бұрын
I see Try as one that is willing to do what he must to protect his family
@azazelgrigori9244
2 жыл бұрын
I like to view Tyr and Odin as duel chieftain gods, each in charge of different things. My image of Tyr is as a paladin who works towards order. Odin would be like a wizard who works towards innovation. Tyr values discipline and Odin values imagination. Tyr is about justice and honor, and Odin is about cunning and articulation. Course, this is my own modern take.
@darkwill15
Жыл бұрын
Actually, there are proofs that the eastern germanic tribes (such as the goths) revered Týr above Odin, so you might be onto something. PD: I'm not a religious man so if I offend someone I'll delete this. You guys are people I respect.
@azazelgrigori9244
Жыл бұрын
@@darkwill15 Well, I did say it was my opinion.
@figsrabbithole2093
2 жыл бұрын
I definitely don't think it was love and compassion. Tyr feeding of Fenrir I see more as a duty. Like a soldier feeding a prisoner of war. Sacrifice for the greater good, yes but in the sense of duty and war. Right hand is significant as it's most people's dominant hand.
@navigator5426
2 жыл бұрын
The qualities mentioned for Tyr are mentioned in the Eddas. When I look at Loki's statements I cannot overlook the fact that Loki is considered a god a mischief and a Trickster. When I look at Tyr's deeds in Sacrificing his hand I see a god resolving a dispute between the Aesir and Fenrir by making a sacrifice of his hand. He demonstated the Bravery of making a necessary sacfrifice that none of the other gods was willing to make. In order to solve disputes you have to put away the sword, Tyr gave his whole hand and his ability to hold a sword to bind Fenrir. Tyr is demonstrating the Bravery needed to make difficult sacrifices including the ability to make war to solve a dispute. Throughout history wars have ended but the disputes behind the war have remained and can only be solved by peaceful negotiations. I think this principle is being shown by Try's actions with regard to putting his hand in Fenrir's mouth. There are always several layers of meaning in sacred writtings and since the Eddas are stories and poems about the Gods and Ancestors they are Sacred writtings. It is not just the qualities that the Aesir and Vanir have and the things they preside over that we need to know, we also need to embrace the wisdom shown by them that is reflected by their deeds. So my conclusion is that Tyr is a wise and Skillful General who knows wise and clever strattegies and is brave enough to make the necessary sacrifices to ensure an end to Conflicts. So, cleverness and wisdom in battle, Bravery, Honor, and Justice are Tyr's qualities, for by sacrificing his hand, Tyr made it possible for Fenrir to be permanently bound, and Fenrir being bound was both necessary and just. Fenrir being bound was the Justice that was needed and Try had the Bravery to make that happen. Tyr demonstrates qualities that a good warrior should have and a good man should have. Justice, wisdom and cleverness in battle
@21ShelbyGT500
7 ай бұрын
Love this and all your informative videos
@Mournivalofsons
2 жыл бұрын
I know this is an older video at this point, but I think this compassionate view of Tyr (RE: Fenrir and Tyr's hand) comes from AC: Valhalla, but also mainly from Norse Gods by Neil Gaiman, where Tyr is shown to be quite friendly and fond of the wolf. Anyway, loved the video.
@roefane2258
Жыл бұрын
I would explain Tyr as always having a moral compass point north. It takes bravery to do the right thing. The right thing is just, honorable, and rarely easy. Helping a friend get the cauldron - not easy, but when you’re asked for aid you give it (within reason) Going to feed a dog was the right thing, and fair - everyone should eat. Putting his hand in fenrir’s mouth to get the band on him - the right thing to do trying to save the world and sacrifice to do so.
@Lavenderlore1043
2 жыл бұрын
I can't speak to others experiences, but I have had experiences that brought me to Tyr. At this moment in my life I was an Atheist. I had been enduring abuse for some time by the man of the house, and my mother had passed recently. It was a time of awakening for me. I had visions at night, and felt a connection with not only Tyr, but a wolf spirit. I realized the wolf was me, and that Tyr was guiding me. Perhaps he is not the god of justice, it is hard to define. But to me he is, for he gave me an essence of strength and honor. It also influenced my political beliefs, but the spiritual is more important. With my mother gone of this realm, and the rest of my kin safe elsewhere, I was going to kill that man. To take in blood all he took from me and my kin. I had had to wait for the right time, but my chance was taken from me when the police arrested him that evening. Im living a good life now, but there's still a flame in my heart. So if you ask if Tyr is the god of justice.. he is not the only one, but he spoke of justice to me.
@spanishnorsepagan7102
2 жыл бұрын
Hell of a good spot man bad ass ❤️🔥🤘🏼🛡️⚔️ and you always give me more information thank you so much
@navigator5426
2 жыл бұрын
Justice, cleverness and wisdom in battle, Bravery and the Courage to make necessary sacrifices, this is Tyr.
@bradleytrease2290
2 жыл бұрын
I believe Tyr did it for many different reasons. I see Tyr giving his hand to Fenrir as a way to balance the scales of justice the other gods deception would cause otherwise. He settled the argument and dispute before it even happened in full. He knew the outcome of losing his hand before even offering it to the wolf. Brave yes; calculated as well in my opinion. Ive only just know found your channel; but the few videos I’ve watched have all strengthened my beliefs of this pantheon. Thank you.
@Aethuviel
Жыл бұрын
12:37 "Tiw", similar names, is actually related to "Deus", "God". Tyr was also the original chief deity before Odin.
@Nightmare36697
2 жыл бұрын
Tyr placed his hand in the wolf mouth knowing he would lose it. Tyr is a god of war, honor and justice and even Fenrir deserved justice. Brave he was to sacrifice his hand but sometimes you must be brave to do what is right for it is not always easy
@mrillmatic95
2 жыл бұрын
dr jackson crawford has a video going over the germanic latin connections. one interesting fact that is brought up is that tyrs name when translated is zues
@areonsflame4285
Жыл бұрын
Dragon and Tyr story's are awesome
@droolingdiamond8081
2 жыл бұрын
I always saw the binding of Fenrir as a story of sacrifice and a little bit of bravery not compassion
@dragonslantern9014
2 жыл бұрын
i see forseti, the son of Baldr and Nanna as the god of justice
@Anxious_bastard
2 жыл бұрын
I think of Tyr, Baldr, Forseti and Odin as the primary gods of justice
@jarekwitczek2879
Жыл бұрын
Any thought on Fenrir saying “put your arm in my mouth for a sign of good faith”. Tyr could’ve thought it through that “yes, it is in good faith. Fenrir has a lot of power and a lot of conflict. So in good faith(peace) Tyr willingly put his arm in there. Understanding the circumstances, and doing what needs to be done
@donsessions6436
2 жыл бұрын
Honor and duty also played a part in his actions and could easily be confused with compassion when your duty lead you to perform a selfless act that benefits another
@NinjaBenjamin1974
Жыл бұрын
Tyr helped raise the wolf, and there was already an established bond there. It was, somewhat easier for Tyr to be able to enter into a... contract... with Fenrir during the binding. He lived up to his part of the contract, and gave his hand. I think that it's here that he was seen as the one that was one to be with the rules, and to (eventually) run the althing.
@ServusCrux
Жыл бұрын
There is no bond between Tyr or Fenrir, he merely fed him. Fenrir is force of chaos, an enemy of the Godd
@boandjo1224
Жыл бұрын
I hear of a sacrifice and curage the bravery and wilingness to take on the challenge
@shenanigans1332
Жыл бұрын
I think it’s both, I think it’s compassion AND bravery. Tyr was brave to approach Fenrir but he also built a trust with him, I don’t think there wasn’t any love there between them. Tyr knew that if he approached Fenrir and placed his hand he knew that Fenrir could trust him of all the Aesir.
@Lokis-mom
Жыл бұрын
I see in Tyr more than bravery, but the guts to do what the others would not right then and there: stop Fenrir from wrecking havoc knowing he will lose his hand in the bargain hoodwinking Loki’s son. Tyr is a retiring, older god who does not suffer fools gladly. He’s a good judge of character.
@PureJoyTarot
2 жыл бұрын
Sounds so good. Sounds also when you describe him with wolf very much like the strength card in tarot. How we have to be gentle or ubtle.ti overcome we. The facts that by wording with kindness gets the job done more than with fear. I have just bought the runic tarot. I am loving your channel thanks muchly. Xx
@randywest4831
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks man, killing it as usual.
@harumisenbon2146
9 ай бұрын
This video kind of feels like a good listen, whilest doing a Týr artwork, but to gain knowledge aswell.
@cillianranngarsson2762
2 жыл бұрын
You are doing great work brother in the name of Odin and the gods brother all hail Odin and all hail lord Thor and all hail the allfather of Valhalla skal brothers and sisters from a very proud Norse pagan from Dublin Ireland
@911Kongen
2 жыл бұрын
If I was not able to understand English and needed to translate I would think he was talking about the story about the High mosquito🤣
@mermaliade6631
Жыл бұрын
I thought it was literally an act of bravery and self-sacrifice while other gods just were too afraid or not willing to give. He probably knew he was likely to get his hand bit off.
@johnhasalongmustache5025
Жыл бұрын
Martial strength is a main factor in laws being respected.
@robwallace5457
2 жыл бұрын
In a previous video you said you had not come across any examples of historical worship of Loki. Today I came across a reference to an early Christian-Saxon crossover spell that appeals for help to Wod (Odin) and Lok (Loki). Ref: The Crooked Path, Kelden, p15; Witchcraft in England, Christina Hole, p134.
@hoegild1
11 ай бұрын
I think you present the case for Tyr well. We dont have a lot of material to work with, but from we what we have, Tyr is described as "brave". It is also mentioned that he isnt capable/good at solving disputes. We dont know if its because he tricked Fenris, or because he was bad at it to begin with. But IF he was a god of honour and trust, it stands to reason that he is disgraced by tricking the wolf. Or maybe he was simply a brave, brutish fighter, that was very bad at diplomacy..? We will never know..
@MarkDunck
2 жыл бұрын
Lokessena Loki says essentially that he slept with Tyr's Wife and not recompense was paid,and seems to mention a child.
@marshotr7614
2 жыл бұрын
The person who made the inscription on Hadrian’s wall may have believed in tyr.. but it’s also likely being England that they believe in Mars ALSO separately and look up to is as like tyr. Many people like myself don’t just follow 1 specific thing like asatru.. we also follow Wicca and more.. so believe their one in their own yet the same.
@DaanSnqn
2 жыл бұрын
I've read an old Christian vow from my country, the Netherlands, that the old pagans had to take when converting. It refers to disavowing Wodan (Oðinn), Donar (Þórr) and Saxnot (the Saxon god, probably the same as Týr). We don't really know why specifically those three and not any others, but that's what was found.
@joeysonofander7479
2 жыл бұрын
That is both interesting and sad, but I thought Saxnot was the patron goddess of the Saxons?
@DaanSnqn
2 жыл бұрын
@@joeysonofander7479 Who Saxnot really is, seems to be disputed, but I'm using the linguistic derivation made by Jacob Grimm. I've also seen linguistic comparisons to a Celtic healing God. Saxnot has also been a diety that a lot of the old Anglo-Saxon kings claimed descendence from, and was also seen as the son (not daughter) of Woden.
@joeysonofander7479
2 жыл бұрын
Wait, Saxnot is male? I am an idiot then :(
@DaanSnqn
2 жыл бұрын
@@joeysonofander7479 Idk lol. Seems like it tho
@drschonify
2 жыл бұрын
While I can see and appreciate both of those view points about Tyr's actions during the binding, I read it the same way as Jacob. Tyr was the only one there willing to do what had to be done knowing full well what his sacrifice would be. He may even have in his wisdom chosen to befriend the wolf from the start to gain enough trust. What I have wondered about personally is why the right hand? Certainly we don't know if Tyr is a righty or a lefty but statistically most are right handed. So did he stick the right hand in to protect the left for some reason or was the right hand the greater act of sacrifice and bravery?
@par22
2 жыл бұрын
Fenrir would've known he was going to be betrayed if he put in his non-dominant hand
@hermittmog8697
Жыл бұрын
Another connection between Tyr and Mars; the astrological symbol for Mars contains a Tiwaz. Bind rune?
@jdb6speed
2 жыл бұрын
A passage in Sun Tzu’s Art of War depicts a general sucking the poison out of the wound of one of his infantrymen, saving the young soldier’s life. Upon seeing this, the soldier’s mother began to weep, to the surprise of another observer. The mother explained that by sucking the poison out of her son’s wound and saving his life, the general has obtained the soldier’s lifelong devotion, the soldier will not be returning home. Raw bravery is the stuff of andrenaline junkies and those more fearful of losing status than their health. In regard to leadership in conflict, both of these traits are more of a liability than anything else, given the inherent responsibility a leader assumes for the lives of others, such inward facing motivations hinder one’s ability to base decisions on that responsibility, which ultimately hinders the leader’s ability to serve the purpose of the group’s cause. All of this is to say that interpreting Tyr’s act as one of simple bravery, portrays him as more of a trigger- happy, hot shot berserker who probably put his hand in Fenryr’s mouth to impress Freyja, than as a diety capable of winning sufficient trust and devotion from his followers, for those followers to willingly put their life at risk at his command.
@MrSwitchblade327
Жыл бұрын
Anything that starts with "loki says" should be listened to but took with a degree of skepticism always. The best of lies are bound with 90% truths.
@anthonyk6610
2 жыл бұрын
I feel Tyr also wanted to gain the trust of Fenrir and nobody else was brave enough
@ryuzakilawlight
2 жыл бұрын
There are spirits there at the fort. D'you get to meet any of them?
@geneaddleman4144
2 жыл бұрын
Are the gatherings near Michigan?
@burningice81
2 жыл бұрын
Regarding Bravery vs Compassion with Fenrir... why not both? It doesn't necessarily have to be an either/or situation.
@auroralee3165
2 жыл бұрын
How do I get access to live streams as a patreon remember?
@brotherbear9536
2 жыл бұрын
Lol Jacob you feelin alright buddy? Soundin a bit sick
@ulfricstormcloak3015
2 жыл бұрын
How do you go to Valhalla in modern times? There is no more wars to die in battles
@robertsynweise8757
9 ай бұрын
So with my understanding of Tyr he would be a God of Justice and War. Pretty sure we all know why War but for Justice, I think the story of the binding of Fenrir explains. There is a big difference between courage and stupidity its not like Tyr can just replace his hand or grow a new one. To simply place it in there because no one else would is stupidity. It makes sense in the form of it being Justice. Nothing in life is properly obtainable without price, so by binding Fenrir he no longer has freedom and taking that freedom takes Tyr's hand. I'm not great at explaining things but to me that is a form of Justice.
@MarkDunck
2 жыл бұрын
You mention that in Lokessena Stanza 38 Loki said that Týr is unable at settling disputes and is not a peace maker Gylfagining; Týr is one-handed, and is not called a reconciler of men “Then said Gangleri:.... Or are the gods yet more?” Hárr said: “Yet remains that one of the Æsir who is called Týr: he is most daring, and best in stoutness of heart, and he has much authority over victory in battle; it is good for men of valor to invoke him. It is a proverb, that he is Týr-valiant, who surpasses other men and does not waver. He is wise, so that it is also said, that he that is wisest is Týr-prudent. This is one token of his daring: when the Æsir enticed Fenris-Wolf to take upon him the fetter Gleipnir, the wolf did not believe them, that they would loose him, until they laid Týr’s hand into his mouth as a pledge. But when the Æsir would not loose him, then he bit off the hand at the place now called ‘the wolf’s joint;’ and Týr is one-handed, and is not called a reconciler of men.” - Gylfagining
@boandjo1224
Жыл бұрын
I had a bad house fire a few years ago and the tall man wearin black that showed up during and told me to stand up warrior and not to give in i was very close to death and I am looking for clues to who it could have been
@bobdabear8857
2 жыл бұрын
Hell yeah, fucking love Kentucky
@ncrrangerveteran2370
2 жыл бұрын
Can you do Magni next?
@DanielJackson98
2 жыл бұрын
1:42 hey I know that guy 😂😉
@dropkick9517
2 жыл бұрын
Dude talking about carrying a drone uphill on a hike... Try a Ruck March in full battle rattle with a .50cal barrell
@eubaseball
2 жыл бұрын
Please don’t think I’m asking this with any ill intent, it’s just a question I have always had for someone with such an awesome passion Norse paganism like you. My question is how does someone who practices this religion in the modern day reach Valhalla. From my understanding, which is admittedly through mostly entertainment like television and video games, the only way to reach Valhalla is to die in battle with your axe in your hand. So I was wondering if you could explain how modern believers could be granted access into Valhalla or is there a sort of ritual (for lack of a better term) that will cause Odin to look favorable at you without dying in battle. Again, love all the amazing content, it’s easy to see how much passion, care, and research you put into each video. I’m not sure if you’ve already answered this question or already have a video on it, so apologies in advance if that’s the case
@TheWisdomOfOdin
2 жыл бұрын
I have answered this is a couple of videos. I have one that is the raw facts on what we have on the afterlife. And then I have one talking on the very point youve brought up
@eubaseball
2 жыл бұрын
@@TheWisdomOfOdin I gotcha, I’ll check them out. Thanks buddy, keep up the awesome content.
@fenrierulven5723
Жыл бұрын
Tyr means God, come from indoeuropean , is cognate whit Zeus and Deus, so when you read some Odhin names like Hangatyr it means the Hanged God, and so on , in short when you read Tyr it don't necessary refers to the god Tyr
@knowone3529
9 ай бұрын
Tyr.. Tuesday
@Daretobedifferent6
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info! Also, song name please? 😄
@jonathangauthier3549
7 ай бұрын
I know I'm 2 years late to this conversation, but in my opinion Tyr's actions are deceitful. If you consider how pet wolves and many large guard dogs are viewed, where they are only loyal to their owner or immediate family (their pack), then it would seem less of an act of bravery than how one would rear a guard dog. For me, Tyr was the SOLE guardian of Fenrir. He was the only one who COULD feed the wolf, as Fenrir saw Tyr as a "father figure". To the other gods, this may have seemed like Tyr was more courageous than them, but many modern humans own very dangerous dogs that are loyal to only a select few, or even a sole person. As such, Tyr was the only one of the Aesir that COULD approach Fenrir, having likely already done as many dog owners do, and played around Fenrir's mouth since he was a young pup to acclimatise the wolf to the presence of his hand. Many owners of working dogs like German Shepherds, Malinois, and various breeds of terriers and mastiffs do this as a way to train the puppy NOT to bite them. From a pragmatic perspective, it would seem logical that Tyr would have done similarly. And thus, as the other Aesir bound Fenrir, it's fully possible that Tyr may have thought that nothing would happen. But 1 sinching too tight, and the wolf may have accidentally bitten down regardless of Tyr's training. Then we add a little dialogue between the wolf and God, and suddenly the narrative takes a complete turn. Of course, this is all conjecture about a mythological story, but for me Tyr seems like he was playing the long game and fate played its hand against him
@auroralee3165
2 жыл бұрын
Great video. I'm on Patreon. But how do I get on the Live Stream?
@TheWisdomOfOdin
2 жыл бұрын
The livestream took place at the time of filming this (two weeks ago) I will have another livestream next week
@__-te5nh
2 жыл бұрын
Maybe someone much better inform then me can tell me. Did Scandinavian/Germanic people had way of describing stepfather? I 'm asking according to paternity of Tyr, Snorri named Him as son of Odin, is it possible that Hymir is step father of Tyr?
@wesleyfortney2339
Жыл бұрын
We are Fenrir hahaha Adam is Fenrir
@robertquinn3052
Жыл бұрын
Or that Tyr is a good war God like Mars that they are the same.
@thewisepowerfull1938
2 жыл бұрын
I thought Forseti son of Balder was the god of Justice?
@DanielJackson98
2 жыл бұрын
Is it just me or is your voice weird on this video? It sounds deeper qthan it usually is
@faustwulf3535
2 жыл бұрын
You're not wrong. Sounds like he sucked down helium. Or is getting sick
@cuchulainn1967
2 жыл бұрын
Gleipnir is will power....Fenris is Jung´s " Shadow"....most ( gods) would not have the courage to face their own dark side, which, once discovered, in turn can only be held back by a strong and disciplined mind....yet, once faced with this shadow, a part of your personality will not be retrieved ( an eye or a hand, allegorically speaking)... Ever!...if you look into the abyss for too long, it will look back at you...do yourselves a favour: don´t view the old scriptures like a christian would do....they are not to be taken in a literal sense..not even our forebears did that!!!!
@JubilentQuiescentGuy
2 жыл бұрын
tyr makes the pace cause look at the zodiac it's libra on bottom and aries above. capricorn on the left and cancer to the right. 1990 chinese zodiac gold horse. 4 zodiacs on 1 horse. cancaer came to save the cap.. win..
@Chercheure_Indépendante
Жыл бұрын
Baldr father is Týr and not Odin.
@dracodistortion9447
2 жыл бұрын
Týr comes from Teiwaz, the Proto-Germanic god of war, the tribe, oaths, the sky and was the overarching Sky-Father deity. Teiwaz comes from Dyeus, the first Indo-European sky father god, who became Zeus, Jupiter and Devas in other European pagan faiths. Woðanaz was the Proto-Germanic god of wisdom and countrymen, but also of battle and such. Woðanaz became the principal Germanic deity since the Germanic peoples were experiencing a bunch of invasions, at the time; they needed a god of countrymen and wisdom to get through it. They were also migrating all over Europe, so a god associated with wandering was useful to them as well. By the time the Norse became a recognisable group distinguished from the Saxons, Goths, Vandals etc., that transition was an in-stone sentiment for hundreds of years. Óðinn, descended from Woðanaz, was more important and a father figure than Týr, descended from Teiwaz.
@Pakshee_C
2 жыл бұрын
Dyeus means sky or god (later just "god") and I think Tyrs name comes etymological from Dyeus (but simply meaning god, not sky anymore) but thats the only connection. I thing Tyr=Dyeus is an old theory that most scholars reject nowadays. (They never use tyr as sky. Hangatyr isnt hanged sky or Baldr isnt called "bleeding sky", but bleeding god.)
@ServusCrux
Жыл бұрын
You actually used god of war version?
@TheWisdomOfOdin
Жыл бұрын
And the only ancient depiction we have of him 👍
@ServusCrux
Жыл бұрын
@@TheWisdomOfOdin God of war version is a video game man. They present him as weak and cowardly
@MrSchmickles
2 жыл бұрын
To answer the question you posed towards the end of the video about the Binding of Fenrir: The facts of the text generally speaking are Tyr is described as: one handed; feeder of the wolf; battle-god; son of Odir. - Since Tyr's father is told to be Hymir - I believe while some instances of "Odinson / Son of Odin" are meant to identify Odin's direct children - in my mind it's more commonly used like an identifying title (they proved themselves to be worthy of being called Odinson / Son of Odin according to the allfather himself) - Think "The blood of the covenant is thicker than the water of the womb" "Not considered a promotor of settlements between people" - I'm fairly confident that this is a direct translation of what was said with the word "People" being the most important - In the binding of Fenrir, Tyr settles a matter between himself, the gods that were also present for the binding, Fenrir, and every human to ever exist (none of those things would, could, or should, be considered "people") "...It was only Tyr who had the courage to approach the wolf and give it food." - grammatically meant to show courage "As the wolf grew.. all prophecies foretold.. destined to cause harm" - meant to create the ominous portrait of Fenrir: Being worthy of the god's fear. In the text - Fenrir destroys 2 Dwarven crafted chains (as I understand the quality of Dwarven craftsmanship: You don't need a second thing built by the Dwarves to fit the need of the design) - more reason to fear this wolf prophesized to cause harm: Fenrir had 1 hand-crafted chain designed SPECIFICALLY to bind him arguably the strongest singular item in existence - until he flex's his muscles while it's on him (that shouldn't happen - ever [at least when Fenrir is being perceived only as a.. thing - or a tool of omnipotent design for all-encompassing destruction]) When he does it to a second chain - also crafted by the dwarves and arguably the strongest thing in existence: Fenrir's prophesied destiny of being the "World Eater" to end all of existence - now looks beyond question (and every god should consider him to at least BE a god, if not something... stronger) When he speaks and says [paraphrasing] "I don't trust that this is to be an example of my strength, I need a gesture of good faith to try out this new binding" - Fenrir can communicate with the gods, he can feel trust / distrust, he asks for something explicitly "in good faith" - he knows the difference between right and wrong At that moment where Fenrir asked for a gesture of good faith - Tyr didn't know if the most recent bind was going to contain him so it was a gamble - he could have left with his hand intact if Fenrir escaped again.. but this one in particular for me reads as an action of honor: Tyr - cited in the video for intelligence and wisdom - would be able to see the ploy the Aesir were attempting, and the imminent loss of his forearm in order to keep all of creations largest threat contained until Ragnarok - one of the details I'm foggy on is: I believe the arm he gave was his sword arm - not disabling him competitively - but hindering him permanently (Fenrir was cleaver enough to verify that) however - that could be bad memory or not even "cannon".. TLDR; These stories were meant to show his bravery and courage in the text directly There's only 1 cadence to law - and it's speculation: Tyr new with certainty this would bind Fenrir until Ragnarok - in oder to spare everything in existence from Fenrir he would have to lie to the "World Eater", present something worth loosing as an offer of good faith to the same being, and know that his life, purpose, and position would never be the same once it knew he wasn't going to get out. --- Additionally in that time where Fenrir was liking trying to work a way out of the bind - Tyr would have had ample time to remove his hand from Fenrir's mouth and walk away - speculation - but - it maths. Edit was for grammatical error's
@theredwolf8335
2 жыл бұрын
The binding of fenrir story is just to much for me to process. Why even start to feed him? They knew what was going to happen, so why not just kill him then and there? We have lost much over the year's we may never know. 😭
@kevinroberts7365
2 жыл бұрын
Because, it wouldn't be right. At the time, he was still a pup. He hadn't done anything yet to deserve killing.
@theredwolf8335
2 жыл бұрын
@@kevinroberts7365 so did he do to get chained? Other than grow to enormous size? Nothing.
@theredwolf8335
2 жыл бұрын
@@kevinroberts7365 either way it wasn't right. He had yet to do anything wrong. Just because some old lady says my pitbull will bite me doesn't mean I listen and chain it up, plus run a sword through its mouth to stop the howling. 🤷♂️
@1luv4j
2 жыл бұрын
She is a woman.
@Presenceofsean
2 жыл бұрын
I love how his vids feel like a TV show about Norse Paganism
@doublesalopetoimcre
2 жыл бұрын
hahaha this is true my friend. i never even thought about it that way, but it is true. and i think his youtube channel is invaluable for us, modern ppl.
@pietroopendragon
2 жыл бұрын
I always saw Tyr as a god of self-sacrifice, for the act of letting Fenrir bite his hand off since no other gods would do that. Plus, why Tyr would have compassion for Fenrir? The Wolf was not a pet, the god of war wasn't taking care of the Wolf out of love for the "puppy".
@Nils_Ironwolf
2 жыл бұрын
Wolves are considered sacred….even by the Gods. That’s why the Gods binded Fenrir and didn’t kill him. Tyr put his hand in Fenrir’s mouth because of HONOR. Tyr was the most honorable of the Gods. The first God of War, the God of honor, the God of justice, the God of the wild hunt. For Tyr to refuse would have been a shameful mark on his honor.
@faustwulf3535
2 жыл бұрын
@@Nils_Ironwolf pretty sure.. Tyr has nothing to do with the Wild Hunt, and thats solely an Odin association.
@victormelendez2332
2 жыл бұрын
Some belive that in ancient times, Tyr was worshiped as the main deity before Odin.
@vegasz93
2 жыл бұрын
@@Nils_Ironwolf they didn't kill him because Odin promised Loki that he wouldn't kill him.
@Nils_Ironwolf
2 жыл бұрын
@@vegasz93 because wolves are considered sacred by the Gods.
@johngaltman
2 жыл бұрын
Tyr is a general, not a warrior, generals in the original meaning are warriors that know how to use the weapons they have available, including the soldiers around them. Tyr used his father to provide the cauldron, and Thor to carry it, like a general would, using his tricks.
@jamesramon2057
2 жыл бұрын
The norse gods are all warriors in their own right
@looseknaught
2 жыл бұрын
Only someone with experience can be a general. Do you honestly believe this? He wasn't born a general. That should be obvious. He's a fucking god of War
@johngaltman
2 жыл бұрын
@@looseknaught You ever been in the military? Have you ever tried to follow a person that is inexperienced into combat? Trust me it becomes a shit show really fast.
@johngaltman
2 жыл бұрын
@@looseknaught Also, you seem to have a christian idea of what a god is. Even Odin in the Havamal speaks of being young once, and he had to sacrifice himself to himself to learn the Runes. In this tradition the gods aren't omnipotent, and have always existed and will always exist like in the abrahamic tradition. They can even die as Odin and many others will do, and as Baldr did. So they have a life span, they are young, they grow old (It is Idun's apples that help keep them youthful). So yes even Tyr was not an omnipotent GOD OF WAR, he learned to lead no different than Odin learned the Runes.norse gods. Have you read the Poetic Edda, or are you just a fan of the TV shows?
@cl2471
Жыл бұрын
@@looseknaught 👏👏👏 well said
@seansmith6377
2 жыл бұрын
I think Tyr is a representation of how to achieve victory. He will give you victory, however the idea of him sacrificing his hand for the better it shows that victory (or in modern senses success such as a succeeding business or risk paying out) showing you have to give some to get some or take a hit to come back harder.
@christopherrowley7506
2 жыл бұрын
I think Týr giving his hand is not only a show of bravery but also loyalty. It's kind of a dark side of loyalty though, since the gods promised they would loose Fenrir which of course they don't do. Still, Týr sticks with his buddies, loses his hand for it, but also the gods and midgard are safe from the wolf, for a time. It reminds me of Kierkegaard's 'teleological suspension of the ethical'. What do you do when the greater peace and loyalty to friends come at odds with an oath? It's a nasty business breaking oaths and there will be consequences. Týr chose loyalty. Hence we have in the prose edda "ok er hann einhendr ok ekki kallaðr sættir manna"-- 'and so is he One Handed, and not called the agreement-keeper among men'.
@Turd_Ferguson538
2 жыл бұрын
Tyr is also honorable and him showing Fenrir compassion also falls into being honorable.
@ServusCrux
Жыл бұрын
Fenrir isnt to be felt sorry for, he's an enemy of the Gods
@Odragaozen
2 жыл бұрын
Very good, as always! Please, it would be great if you make a video about Freyr too, as he is a god so misunderstood.
@iamjohnson316
2 жыл бұрын
Freyr is the most beautiful? Pretty sure Baldr holds that title. Freyr is the strongest? Pretty sure that would be Thor.
@MrBarborosa
Жыл бұрын
Freyr even as strong as Tyr or Vidarr?
@robertmiller5607
Жыл бұрын
In regards to the Fenrir story, you mention the courage and bravery, I’ll dive a little bit deeper. He was the only God willing to make the necessary sacrifice to save the others. There was a cost to bind him and Tyr was the one willing to pay that cost.
@forfoxsake89
2 жыл бұрын
I am having... a crisis of faith, if you will. I have asked several times for a sign that I am on the right path and have received no response. I've tried reaching out to the gods to no avail and am having a very hard time. I was not raised in a very religious family. I went to church with my grandparents on occasion but other than that it was never something we did or talked about. I was brought up to respect nature and the dead (I grew up across the street from an old cemetery I liked to visit; It was my quiet place,) more than any sort of deity but I feel a sort of connection to paganism and have an interest in Norse paganism. But I don't feel like I am connecting. I feel like everything I do it fake. Pretend. I'm wondering what's the point and am feeling at a loss. Did I just waste $60 on a hand forged mjolnir or..? But then every time I'm bored and online I'm looking at things to do with Norse Paganism. I don't feel the connection.. but I feel a pull. And I cannot for the life of me get ANY sort of response from the gods. There is little I am able to do in terms of offerings or alters as I have to keep things on the DL, but I try. Any advice?
@jarljohanssen8965
2 жыл бұрын
I find when my faith is struggling, that going somewhere away from people helps. A trip to a lake or river, maybe a forest or the sea and let yourself relax and feel the power of what is around you. Bring something small to give the gods, even if all you can afford is a can of beer, they recognize that to you, if that's all you can afford to sacrifice... it's a great sacrifice for you. You won't always hear a voice, or see a figure... many of us don't, it takes a while and we may have one or two encounters in our whole life, so don't get disheartened. But pay attention at the sea to the wildlife around you when you speak to njord. Listen to the sky when you speak to thor in a thunderstorm. Watch for ravens when you speak to odin, or if you are trying to learn something, ask odin for wisdom and pay attention if it becomes easier. And when they give you a sign, be sure to recognize them for doing something for you by doing something for them in return. I hope this helps.
@jarljohanssen8965
2 жыл бұрын
I feel the binding of Fenrir doesn't show Tyr's bravery, as much as his example of self sacrifice for one's kin. If they didn't bind Fenrir it would have been a catastrophe, so Tyr stepped forward to do what must be done. An example of sacrificing your time and comfort for your family and loved ones, even if it means putting your life on the line to save theirs.
@jonathanmilroy8417
2 жыл бұрын
Tyr is divine cosmic JUSTICE. Up until only a few decades ago this was settled through war. War = Justice. You MUST fight for your own justice - Tyr will not do it for you. No god will live your life for you, but if you are one who does the right thing, your tribe will be stronger - if your tribe is stronger it will conquer weaker tribes. To be just, to do the right thing, sometimes you must sacrifice yourself, or part of yourself, for the greater good. Courage and Bravery are Thor's PRIME traits. Tyr must have them too though, as to do the right thing - to be just - you must have the courage to do the right thing. My Tuesday prayer/mantra (spoken aloud 3X): Hail to Tyr; I am an honorable man. I do the right thing, even if it's difficult. I speak true words, and I fight for my own justice.
@gokkmokk1
2 жыл бұрын
Norwegian here. If you want to see visualization of some of the stories of the old gods check out "Valhall" cartoon books by Peter Madsen. Not sure if they are in English. Read them when I was a kid. Funny and well told.
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