The Anglo-Saxons had their own gods, beliefs and superstitions. Anglo-Saxons believed in lucky charms. They thought that rhymes, potions, stones and jewels would protect them from evil spirits or ...

Over time their beliefs changed and many Anglo-Saxons were converted to Christianity. Look at the table below to see some of the most important gods and goddesses. They also gave their names to ...

There was a "perception of the conversion event as a spiritual battle," writes Karen Jolly, an authority on Anglo-Saxon popular religion. Conversion was a battle for the soul—effectively warfare ...