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Creatures and Animals of the Norse Gods

April 11, 2024February 8, 2024 by Liam

The Vikings and their gods had a close relationship with creatures of the animal world. Many of the Aesir and … Read More

Fylgja by honrando.os.nordicos

Fylgja – The Spiritual Companions Of Death And Dreams

April 8, 2024February 2, 2024 by Liam

The Fylgja is the mysterious Norse spirit that threads with us all our lives. Often showing itself in our final … Read More

Heidrun is the mythical goat which stands on the roof of Valhalla. Eating from Yggdrasil, mead for the Einherjar is streaming from her udders.

Heidrun: The Mythical “Mead-Goat”

April 8, 2024November 5, 2023 by Marius

Heidrun is not quite like any other goat; it stands as a symbol of sustenance and never-ending abundance. Perched atop … Read More

Eikthyrnir is the giant stag of Norse myth, standing on top of Valhalla, feeding from Yggdrasil, his antlers give rise to the world's rivers.

Eikthyrnir: The Mythical Stag of Norse Legends

December 5, 2023November 5, 2023 by Marius

In the stories of Norse mythology, there stands a creature as enigmatic as the misty realms it hails from. I’m … Read More

Farbauti (Old Norse; Fárbaute) is the jötun father of Loki, and consort of Laufey. He is an enigmatic, rather unknown figure in Norse myths.

Farbauti: The Enigmatic Jötun of Norse Mythology

November 5, 2023October 24, 2023 by Marius

In the vast tapestry of Norse mythology, Farbauti stands out as a jötun (giant) of significant intrigue. While not as … Read More

Explore the story of Kvasir, the symbol of wisdom and poetry in Norse mythology. Discover his unique origins and lasting legacy for skalds.

Kvasir: The Wisest Being and Father of Poetry

November 5, 2023October 19, 2023 by Marius

In the many stories found in Norse mythology, Kvasir has a special position. Born from a unique circumstance, his story … Read More

Angrboda is a jötun giantess from Norse mythology. Discover her relationship with Loki, their significant offspring, and her role in Ragnarok.

Angrboda: Mother to Hel, Jörmungand and Fenrir

November 5, 2023October 19, 2023 by Marius

In the vast tapestry of Norse mythology, Angrboda stands as a figure shrouded in mystery and intrigue. Often overshadowed by … Read More

Laufey is the partner of Farbauti and mother to Loki. Contrary to many statements, it is not known if she is an Aesir goddess or a jötun giantess.

Laufey: Mysterious Mother of Loki

November 5, 2023October 17, 2023 by Marius

In the stories of Norse mythology, Laufey stands out as a woman of intrigue and mystery. Only really known as … Read More

Explore the tale of Gunnlöd, the jötun who guarded the coveted mead of poetry, and her intricate relationships within the Norse pantheon.

Gunnlöd: The Enigmatic Jötun of Norse Mythology

November 5, 2023October 10, 2023 by Marius

In the vast tapestry of Norse mythology, Gunnlöd stands as a captivating figure, a jötun (giantess) whose tales intertwine with … Read More

Ask & Embla by Lorenz Frølich

Ask and Embla – Exploring the Roots of Mankind

December 18, 2023July 12, 2023 by Marius

In this post, I am diving into the very dawn of humanity, as told through the eyes of the Norse. … Read More

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