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Vanatru usually refers to a branch of the Asatru faith, specifically those who follow the gods of the Vanir.

The word Vanatru is not Norse, but a modern compound of recent origin created with Norse roots to differentiate some followers of the Vanir from followers of the Aesir. It has the equivalent meaning of "true to the Vanir."

You can read more about the Asatru faith here: Asatru

Pronunciation: oss-ott-true • (noun)

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  • Asatru
    The customs, history, and links on Norse Spirituality on About.com.
  • Asatru symbols
    Emblems of Norse religion illustrated and explained.
  • Runes- The Alphabet of Odin
    Discover the ancient oracular alphabet of the Norse, the meanings of the Runic characters, and learn how to do a basic divination with Runes.

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