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25.01.2020
Odin’s discovery of the runes The Norse god Odin is a relentless seeker after knowledge and wisdom, and is willing to sacrifice almost anything for this pursuit. The most outstanding feature of his appearance, his one eye, attests to this; he sacrificed his other eye for more wisdom. The tale of...
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25.01.2020
The fortification of Asgard Asgard, the celestial stronghold of the Aesir tribe of gods and goddesses, is encircled by a high, protective wall. This wall (the -garðr element in the Old Norse name Ásgarðr) defends the Aesir from incursions by...
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25.01.2020
The Aesir-Vanir war In Norse mythology, gods and goddesses typically belong to one of two factions: the Aesir and the Vanir. In most Norse tales, deities from both groups coexist harmoniously, making it challenging to establish clear distinctions between them. However, there was a time when such harmony...
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24.01.2020
The mead of poetry This is the tale of how Odin acquired the Mead of Poetry, also known as "Óðrœrir," which translates to the "Stirrer of Inspiration" in Old Norse. After the Aesir-Vanir War came to an end, the Aesir and Vanir gods and goddesses sought to solidify...
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24.01.2020
The death of Baldur Baldur was adored by all the gods, known for his cheerful and generous nature. He was the son of Odin, the chief of the gods, and the kind-hearted sorceress goddess Frigg. Baldur's joyful and courageous character brought happiness to those around him. However, when he began having...
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24.01.2020
Ragnarok Ragnarok signifies the catastrophic annihilation of the entire cosmos, including even the gods themselves. Within the framework of Norse mythology, Ragnarok is positioned as the ultimate narrative, occurring at the very end of the chronology. For the Vikings, this myth served as a...
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16.05.2019
Scandinavian literature It can be confidently asserted that Scandinavian literature can trace its origins back to Old Icelandic literature. For many years, Vikings journeyed from one land to another, conquering new territories and attempting to establish settlements. However, in most cases, the cultures,...
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