Many of you have likely heard of the God Odin but how many of you have heard of his wife, the Goddess Frigg? She was known as the Queen of the Aesir, a very prominent group of Gods in Norse Mythology. You are likely familiar with some of the other Gods in this Clan like Loki and Thor. The Goddess Frigg is the goddess of the sky, fertility, the home, motherhood, love and fertility.
The Goddess Frigg was known for being a devoted Mother. She had a set of twin boys named Balder and Hoor. Balder is the better known of the two as he died early with the help of Loki and his brother. He was the God of love, peace, forgiveness and justice.
The Goddess Frigg was particularly fond of Balder. He was truly the light of her life. As such she did everything she could to protect him. One day he had a dream that he was going to die and this just made Frigg more determined to protect him. She went to everyone that she could think of demanding that no harm come to her son. The was only unable to gain mistletoe which she believed wasn’t an issue at the time.
As Balder was basically invincible, the boys had a great time with throwing things at him to watch them bounce of of Balder. It didn’t matter what it was as it wouldn’t hurt him. One day Loki, the God known for being a trickster, gave Balder’s brother Hoor a dart that he had made with mistletoe. Hoor didn’t know his brother couldn’t tolerate Mistletoe. When he threw the dart at him, instead of bouncing off as everything else did, it was a direct hit that pierced his hear and Balder died instantly.
When the Goddess Frigg heard of his death she was devastated but vowed to find some way to bring him back. She made a deal with the Goddess of the Underworld that if she could get all living things to weep for him that she could have him back. As you can imagine this was quite the task and she found tremendous success because she was so loved for her nurturing spirit. She ran into trouble with the last living soul that she needed, a giantess by the name of Thok who refused to weep for him. Some believe that this particular giantess was actually Loki in disguise. Unable to complete the task, her son Balder was resigned to walk the underworld forever.
The Goddes Frigg is known for her efforts to save her son which forever attributed to her being associated with being a strong Mother and representing strong family bonds. She is also known for being devoted in love. She is often depicted with a Full Moon, the sky, a spinning wheel and spindle, or mistletoe and silver.
Frigg Altar and Ritual by Stephanie Rose Bird – Llewellyn Book of Spells 2019
“Frigg is an important Norse goddess, emblematic of the northern housewife. Her domain includes love, fertility, marriage, domesticity, destiny, and protection. Today, set aside time to honor Frigg.
Altar
In the bathroom, set out a silvery cloth, roses in a vase of water, a censer, and a skein of sky-blue yarn. Light some charcoals in the censer. Sprinkle with sandalwood chips- an incense for remembrance.
Ritual
1. Take a shower, using soap containing birch essential oil.
2. Clarify your thoughts with sips of feverfew tea.
3. Wear a white robe (dress). Cinch the waist with gold cord from which keys hang, representing silence and forgetfulness.
4. Pin feathers in your hair, forming a crown. (Colors: white, gray, or green.)
5. Go outside. Look up toward the clouds of Asgard (Frigg’s home).
6. Spin clockwise, visualizing your yarn in the clouds. Envision them holding keys to your life, home, and happiness.
7. Stop briefly.
8. Spin counterclockwise.
9. Recite: “Praise Frigg! Show me the future. Help me fulfill my destiny. Blessed be!”
Have a magickal day!
Much Love and Many Blessings,
Jasmeine Moonsong