Walvater Wotan

The song 'Walvater Wotan' by Abstinenz is a provocative and rebellious anthem that rejects Christianity and calls for a return to ancient Germanic paganism. The lyrics express a strong disdain for Jesus, the Bible, and the Christian clergy, particularly targeting the Pope. This rejection is rooted in a desire to reclaim a pre-Christian identity, symbolized by the worship of Wotan (Odin), a major deity in Germanic mythology.

The song references historical grievances, such as the Inquisition, where many women were burned as witches, highlighting the brutality and hypocrisy of the Church. The lyrics suggest that the Church's current efforts to promote peace are insincere, and the singer advocates for a world without the influence of Christian clergy. This sentiment is encapsulated in the line, 'Frieden schaffen ohne Pfaffen' (Create peace without priests), which is a direct challenge to the Church's authority and moral standing.

The imagery of Odin's ravens and wolves, as well as the hammer of Thor (Donar), serves to evoke a sense of divine retribution and justice. The song envisions a future where the old gods reclaim their place, and the Christian God is rendered powerless. This is a call to arms for those who feel disconnected from their ancestral roots and seek to revive their cultural heritage. The repeated chorus, 'Walvater Wotan soll unser Herrgott sein' (Father Wotan shall be our Lord), reinforces this desire for liberation and a return to traditional Germanic beliefs.