Sol and Mani | How Two Children Became Gods

In this video we explore the stories of Sol and Mani, Goddess of the Sun and the God of the Moon. Their story is a strange one, especially with respect to how they came to be, and the haunting reality they deal with as they are chased by the wolves Hati and Skoll.

intro/outro music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

[lizabethhampton]

I literally screamed "Dam you!" at that opening joke.

[magiofmetal]

That final portrayal of Sol coming to the impasse of running or turning to fight, paints such an epic moment in my mind's eye.

[phenomcosmic]

I always saw Sol and and Mani as a sort of Romeo and Juliet type relation. Sol as Dag's daughter. Mani as Nott's son. Sol's hair is golden and her beauty illustrious and so she shines brighter in the heavens while Mani is strong but humble so his glow is gentle but persevering. Their love was forbidden so they took their horses to meet in the heavens one day, they kissed but once when their parents found out. Dag and Nott were so infuriated they unleashed a wolf to hunt down the child of the other. And so ever do they run, chasing after the love thinking the wolf will eat them too, only meeting occasionally to kiss (solar and lunar eclipses).

[matthewturley]

Me and my sister had a hard childhood. But we were always their for eachother. If we cried we cried together.

We're now 30 years old with many scars mental and physical but we're here with our own children now providing the best childhood that we can.

We got tattoos of Sol and Mani a couple of weeks ago to remember that one is always with the other even if not physically.

[emiliobustamante]

You said it and I was wondering, that the whole punishment of Mani and Sunna over their father's "pride" did seem... awfuly Christian in concept; or even hellenic - more of a Zeus move than an Odin one. I dont think the idea of pride and hubris against the gods was that engrained with old cultures of scandinavian people. I guess we'll never know. This is why you back up your documents people!
Also, Glen is such a fantasticaly mundane name to include in these stories, I love it

[howardhavardramberg]

I went through my first ever pagan ritual to Njord tonight in a rather amazing cove on the coast! It was quite powerful to build my frith and balance the rocks correctly to make the sculpture, dressed in shells and seaweed and other personal belongings of value. It was an incredible experience to offer tributes and light the candles out there at twilight! 🌊

[pixelcurious]

I got chills from your telling of Sol's ride through the solar system.

[Sakuraclonek]

This video is fantastic. I love the different stories that each pantheon and religion has on the Sun and Moon. Although the story ends on a sadder note than others, it's still interesting. Thank you for covering it! <3

[eclipsedbadger]

This is probably the most awkward comment you have ever received but your voice is just...so SO good when you have a full audio system. I forgot my subwoofer on (try to keep it off when working) and what the heck man your voice is so deep and calming...!

[SirChubbyBunny]

The idea of Sol and Mani aging on their journey is interesting in a cosmological sense too, with Mani and Sol eventually drifting farther apart and Sol's eventual late stages before fading out.

[Shinseidono]

To be honest, as still a wee pagan having only come to this a scant few years ago, I had never put much thought yet to these two. I only knew the most general of details of their role and story. Most of my attention being on those I feel closest to and idolize the most (mainly Odin, Tyr, and Thor, among others). After this excellent video, I think I'm going to start paying more attention to them.

[kenna]

Love love love! Mani has been a big part of my experience and I love getting new perspectives on his (and Sol's) story

[gorillaguerillaDK]

Your voice and narration style is freaking awesome!
You got the blood of a Skáld in your veins!

[coleyyy]

I could listen to Ocean tell stories all day and never get bored.

[jamesbradleysears]

Hail Sunna!
What of those who consider Glen (Glenr) as the husband of Sól, & her charioteer?
Wikipedia says his name means "opening in the clouds".
Also, could Hjúki & Bil be related somehow to Jack & Jill?

[ProWalter]

One of my favorite things about a Keltoi video is trying to figure out and anticipate what the opening pun is

[natem]

Love, love, love this thoughtful synth music in the back. That was the finishing touch man!

[LooniJoose]

I see this as their best interpretation of astronomy at the time, told in the format of a drama to make it easier to remember.

[mousii]

I like to think I am fairly devoted to Mani (and beginning to work w Sol more) and I honestly hope more knowledge of them from antiquity comes to light. It’s very hard to find historical evidence and insightful takes on Them. Thank you :)

[stellar]

Sol Estela is the expression in freedom love abundance and wisdom in the sky of sol.