Asafolk

== English == === Etymology === The first element is cognate to the first element of Ásatrú, and derives from Old Norse or Icelandic áss (“god”). The second element is folk. === Noun === Asafolk pl (plural only) (uncommon) The Æsir. (uncommon, modern Germanic paganism) Followers of Heathenry. 1996, Lina, Ostara, volume 1, issue 4 (Heathen Journal), An Open Message to All Asafolk: All Asatru organizations, publications, independent kindreds, and just plain Asafolk are asked to take part. 1997, Lina, volume 2, issue 4 (Heathen Journal), Second Annual Yggdrasil Day (Charles Spratling): Gamlinginn claims pines have spiritual significance for Asafolk. 1998, Lina, volume 4, issue 2 (Heathen Journal), News and Announcements (Dave Haxton): Most Asafolk seem to have the attitude 'I found the gods, and I'm better off for it.'