Heathen Board

Are oak trees sacred to Thor? If so, why? And how do we know ancient heathens associated oak trees with Thor?

Sacred trees are part of many cultures. The oak tree is considered sacred to Thor due to its size and power. In many aspects, a paradigm of Yggdrasil. That's all I know when it comes to hallowed groves.

Some researchers have postulated that this is the case, but it has not been proven one way or another.

St Boniface converted the Germans by cutting down "Donars Oak", so I think thats enough proof

Donars Oak is one tree though, not all oaks.

It has been documented that raiding crews would toss a oak tree into the ocean for protection. I recall seeing this and reading about it. Though I am sure I saw it on a history documentary I cannot name any sources for reading at the momment.

It would be nice to see some sources. Let me know when you remember them.

They are sacred to Thor. We know this because they are struck by lightning more than any other tree.

show evidence that they are struck by lightning more often, please.