US Army grants first ever religious exemption to a Christian soldier to allow him to his keep beard and grow hair long
Sgt. Jacob DiPietro is thought to be the first Christian in the US Army to receive a religious exemption to grow his hair and beard out
He is a follower of the Nazerite vow, which says no razor may be used on their head and forbids alcohol consumption
DiPietro joined the Army in 2010, but didn t seek to pursue his faith until 2017
In 2019 he applied for the exemption, but it languished in bureaucracy for two years
Sikh, Muslim and even a Norse Pagan service member have received religious hair exemptions in recent years
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The Paradox Interactive’s PDX Insider showcase video presentation showcased the first Crusader Kings III DLC pack. Coming to PC on March 16, the Northern Lords Flavor pack is specifically Norse-themed and will include new music, art, 3D models, events, and decisions.
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Adventuring as a Northern ruler
You can go on adventures as a Northern ruler and seek help from glory-seeking warriors, who will help you conquer foreign lands that in turn will become their new homes. For instance, you can conquer Normandy and leave behind your old home of Scandinavia. And if you choose not to have your player character venture out, landless AI rulers will embark on journeys themselves.
Norse pagan speaks against Asatru Folk Assembly.
Written By:
Laura Bainbridge
Co-founder of Hrafnarfjall
Crystal | 6:00 am, Jan. 9, 2021 ×
I am co-founder of a Norse Pagan group in Minnesota called Hrafnarfjall.
Hrafnarfjall has been around since 2016, and it was founded on principles of inclusivity.
All followers of the Old Norse ways, whether called Ásatrú, Norse Pagan, or Heathenry, should share a common concern right now: The Ásatrú Folk Assembly.
With the purchase of a church in Murdock, the Ásatrú Folk Assembly have gained some mention of late.
Please let me be clear: They are NOT us.
Hrafnarfjall denounces their ideology. We stand with Murdock in opposing the dangerous ideals they espouse.