Teresa - author and holder of a PhD in Icelandic literature - is a member of the Ásatrú Association’s committee.
(literal translation)
“A man should never boast of his knowledge;
it is better to be sparing with words
when a wiser man comes into his home.
Those who remain silent seldom make mistakes;
good sense is always a faithful friend.”
This excerpt is from the Hávamál, the “Words of the High One”, a collection of traditional poems from medieval Iceland (the Poetic Edda).
Attributed to Óðinn (Odin), god of the Norse pantheon, it presents a series of wisdom sayings, ethical precepts, and philosophical reflections.
Non-dogmatic, this text allows for spiritual enrichment and is very often used in Ásatrú ceremonies.