Sunday, February 14th, 2021
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Sunday, February 14th, 2021
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Feast of Vali (Valisblot)
Many modern Asatruar celebrate the Feast of Vali though there is no historical precedent. Odin's youngest son is the focus of this feast, and of course, his name, Vali, is similar to "Valentine."
Today this feast celebrates the death of Hodr by Vali. It relates to the triumph of the return of the light of the sun over the dark days of winter, as well as celebrates the tradition of the family. It is a time for the customary exchange of cards and gifts with loved ones, and especially for handfastings/marriages or the renewal of marriage vows. The hero Svenfjotli, son of Sigimund, was reputed to have been born at this time, and often blots are drunk to him as well.
