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Protection Symbols
Protection Symbols Norse mythology possessed a great fountain of symbols which represented many meanings. The Vikings who worshipped Norse gods the most utilized symbols to wish for things they desired and evoke deity’s help. Due to the Viking farming and voyaging lifestyle, what they favored the most was the protection...
6 Weirdest Norse Myths
Weirdest Norse Myths Though Norse pantheon and their stories have become a great source of inspiration for arts and daily life of us. But when researching the Norse mythology, we might find out some details that we can't help thinking they were somewhat awkward. Below are 6 Norse Myths that we think are the weirdest. 1. The world made of body parts From the beginning of the...
Viking Gods of War
Viking Gods of War There was a list of gods that the Vikings respected and worshipped. But among those gods, gods of war were the most commonly mentioned. Many of the Vikings were the warriors who would devote their life to raiding and battling. Thereby, the Vikings focused the most on the gods of war as they believed their gods of war would help them win the battle...
Viking Symbols and Meanings Explained
Viking Symbols and Meanings Explained Symbols played a very important in Viking life. They were not merely symbols to decorate household or clothes but they possessed the Viking religious belief within every symbol. Viking symbols have gained so much popularity that they become trendsetting for many designs ranging from clothes...
6 Norse Gods That You Should Know About
6 Norse Gods That You Should Know About 1. Odin Odin was the Aesir chief god who presided over the Asgard land of gods. The fact was that hardly could anyone rival Odin’s power and reputation. He was among the gods whom the humans worshipped and respected the most. Odin...
Chapter 8.2: What Animals Did Norse Gods Have and Why Them?
Chapter 8.2: What Animals Did Norse Gods Have and Why Them? In the previous chapter of Norse Myth Explained, we have discovered why Odin had the eight-legged horse Sleipnir and Freyr the golden boar Gullinbursti. Norse mythology always had reasons for every single detail. Other famous Norse gods - Thor and Freya...
Treasures of Norse Dwarves
Treasures of Norse Dwarves In Norse mythology, the dwarves might have played only supportive roles, leaving the spotlight to the Norse gods, giants, and other beings. Though their appearance in the myth was quite seldom, what they contributed was absolutely a wonderful source of priceless treasures. Norse dwarves living in...
Who Were Dark Elves in Norse Myth?
Who Were Dark Elves in Norse Myth? Elves have become one of the most favorite angles in many mythologies. They were respected and loved for their shiny appearance. In Norse mythology, though elves were not the most beautiful creatures they possessed one of the most notable beauties that everyone should envy. But the same...
How Norse Gods Travelled: Chariots of Norse Gods
How Norse Gods Travelled: Chariots of Norse Gods Chariots popped up many times in Norse mythology. We might link chariots with horses because in ancient times chariots were pulled by horses. But Norse saga was different, mixing the chariot with different animals pulling it. For example, goats pulled Thor's chariot, God...
Guide: How to Distinguish Gods and Goddesses in Norse Mythology
Guide: How to Distinguish Gods and Goddesses in Norse Mythology If you still find it hard to tell the difference between Norse gods, here is a basic guide to distinguish them. In Norse mythology, each god/goddess had personal traits that made up the values they embodied. Odin the Allfather King...
