Pagan Roots of Nationalism in 20th Century Germany

This chapter explores the convergence of pagan practices and nationalist ideologies in early 20th century Germany, particularly focusing on nature worship and its bizarre rituals. It examines the influence of figures like Guido von List and Jörg Lanz von Liebenfels on Nazi beliefs, uncovering the dark ties between occultism and nationalism. The discussion also highlights the complex nature of Wotan, the Norse god, and his significant role in shaping a violent, supremacy-driven narrative that resonated within the regime's ideology.