medieval-religion: Scholarly discussions of medieval religion and culture
Phyllis Jestice wrote:
>
> Edmund the Martyr (d. 870) Edmund became king of the East Angles in
> 855 at the age of 14. He was captured by Danes during their great
> invasion of England. He refused to collaborate with them and was
> executed, apparently in a ritual sacrifice.
>
He is believed to have been sacrificed to Odin. This was presumably thought
to be particularly appropriate, as he was, of course, descended from Odin.
John Briggs
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