allfather

Allfather is a term used in Germanic paganism and Norse mythology to refer to the supreme deity or the collective of gods. The concept of an Allfather is not explicitly mentioned in the Poetic Edda or Prose Edda, the primary sources of Norse mythology, but it is derived from the idea of the All-Father, Odin. Odin is often referred to as the All-Father (All-Faðir) in the Eddas, which translates to "Father of All." This title suggests that Odin is the father of all gods and humans, making him the supreme deity in the Norse pantheon.

The term Allfather is also used in a broader sense to refer to the collective of gods, as the Norse gods were often seen as a family or a group of brothers. In this context, the Allfather could be seen as a metaphorical figure representing the collective wisdom, power, and authority of the gods. The Allfather is not a separate entity but rather a concept that emphasizes the unity and interconnectedness of the Norse gods.

In modern Germanic paganism, the term Allfather is sometimes used to refer to a supreme deity or a collective of gods in a polytheistic religion. However, the specific beliefs and practices surrounding the Allfather can vary greatly among different groups and individuals. Some may see the Allfather as a single deity, while others may view it as a collective of gods or a concept that represents the unity of the gods. Regardless of the specific beliefs, the Allfather is an important figure in Germanic paganism and Norse mythology, symbolizing the wisdom, power, and authority of the gods.