BaviPower Viking Blog — Viking Tradition
Harald Hardrada: From the Exile to the Last Great Viking King (Part 1)
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Harald Hardrada was a Viking warrior who got into exile, living a life as a mercenary only to become the last great Viking King after all.
Misconceptions About the Vikings That Last for Decades
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In this blog post, we are to dwell in the misconceptions about the Vikings that have lasted for decades. There are 9 common misconceptions that we mention in the blog post.
Viking Raids were more than just money, historians say
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There were many more reasons for why the Vikings raided. The Vikings raided not only to make more money but also to get rid of overpopulation, the shortage of eligible women to become their wives, and the threat of Christianity beyond the border.
Lofn: Less-Known Norse God of Forbidden Love
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In Norse mythology, Lofn was the goddess of forbidden love. People evoked Lofn up for help when their love affair met with disapproval. They wished to be together, as long as they vowed faithful to the partner no matter what, Lofn would give them her power.
Top Five Viking Fabulous Hoards: Treasure for the Dead and Gods
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Viking hoards included many values that astonished both archaeologists and Viking enthusiasts. The Vikings buried the values not only for the deceased but also for sacrifice to their Norse gods.
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