The 13 Odinic Rules of Life
Below are the 13 rules of life given in the high song of Odin and in Sigrdrifumal, in which the valkyrie gives counsel to Sigurd Fafnisbane. Source: Norse Mythology, or the Religion of Our Forefathers (1875). Containing All the Myths of the Eddas, By R.B Anderson.
- The recognition of the depravity of human nature, which calls for a struggle against our natural desires and forbearance toward the weakness of others.
- Courage and faith both to bear the hard decrees of the norns and to fight against enemies.
- The struggle for independence in life with regard to knowledge as well as to fortune; an independence which should, therefore, be earned by a love of learning and industry.
- A strict adherence to oaths and promises.
- Candor and fidelity as well as foresight in love, devotion to the tried friend, but dissimulation toward the false and war to the death against the implacable enemy.
- Respect for old age.
- Hospitality, liberality, and charity to the poor.
- A prudent foresight in word and deed.
- Temperance, not only in the gratification of the senses, but also in the exercise of power.
- Contentment and cheerfulness.
- Modesty and politeness in intercourse.
- A desire to win the good will of our fellow men, especially to surround ourselves with a steadfast circle of devoted kinsmen and faithful friends.
- A careful treatment of the bodies of the dead
Metal Gaia 
I like the picture of Odin. Is this yours?
December 11, 2012 at 2:58 am
No, I did not have the mad skills to draw that. But I linked to the deviant art account of the person who did.
December 11, 2012 at 10:00 am
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December 11, 2012 at 8:34 am
So basic yet so many times forgotten now a days, right? Thank you for reminding us 🙂
December 11, 2012 at 8:00 pm
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WOOT WOOT I’m sure we all can take a rule or 10 and add it to our own lives ^_^ thank you very much Metal Gaia!
December 20, 2012 at 1:43 am
No prob. Just sharing the lore.
December 20, 2012 at 10:55 am
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