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The Æsir-Vanir War in Norse Myths

In Old Norse mythology, the Æsir–Vanir war was fought between the two groups of gods and goddesses from Asgard and Vanaheim. After a hard-fought conflict, the two sides declared a truce and...

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How Old Is Norse Mythology?

Most researchers and experts concur that the earliest stories of Old Norse mythology date back to about 1000 AD. However, images and symbols depicted on runes, rock art, or old Scandinavian gold...

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Svefnthorn Norse Symbol Meaning

Svefnthorn, or the sleep thorn or sleep stave, is a Viking symbol composed in Elder Futhark that is shrouded in mystery. In ancient Norse sagas, the sleep thorn was primarily used to put Viking...

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Seidr (Seiðr) Magic in Norse Mythology

Seidr is a form of Norse magic that involves foretelling and shaping the future. Referred to in Old Norse as seiðr, this type of magic was an important part of the Norse religion in ancient...

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Gerd (Gerðr): The Jötunn Goddess and Wife of Freyr

Gerd, also known as Gerðr or Gerth, was an earth goddess of fertility. As described in the Prose Edda by Snorri Sturluson, she was one of the most beautiful jötunn giantesses in Jotunheim. She was...

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Hel: The Queen of the Underworld in Norse Mythology

Loki’s daughter, Hel, was the guardian of the realm of the dead in Norse mythology. She was the progeny of a demi-god. Hel was a dark and brooding presence but not necessarily evil. Odin’s son,...

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