How did Anglo-Saxon religion differ from Christianity?

Answer 1

The Angles and Saxons were 2 separate tribes who shared a common culture with the people of Scandinavia and the Baltic coast. Before they came to Britain in the 5th and 6th Century they worshipped the same Gods as the Vikings.

The Saxons settled in Southern Britain and the Angles on the East Coast.

By the time the 2 tribes had become established in Britain and known collectively as Anglo-Saxons. they had converted to Christianity during the 7th Century and within a further 100 years the continental Saxons had followed their example.

Answer 2

Anglo-Saxon religion was polytheistic, worshipping multiple deities like Odin and Thor, while Christianity is monotheistic, worshipping one God. Additionally, Anglo-Saxon religion included practices like animal sacrifice and belief in fate, which were not part of Christian beliefs. Christianity also emphasized salvation through faith and adherence to moral teachings, while Anglo-Saxon religion centered around rituals to gain favor from the gods for protection and success in life.