In Norse mythology, Hlidskjalf (or Hliðskjálf) is the magical place or the high seat of the god Odin from where he can see all nine realms. Hlidskjalf: Ambiguity of the Word's Origin The...
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Huginn and Muninn were Odin’s pair of ravens in Nordic myth. Huginn is old Norse for “thought,” and Muninn means “memory.” Depictions often showed these black birds sitting on or flying...
Gungnir is a magical spear belonging to Odin. Like many weapons, Gungnir symbolizes power. Gungnir also symbolizes authority, protection and strength. Of all the weapons in Norse mythology, the...
The Helm of Awe is considered an Icelandic magical stave. The Helm of Awe is made up of a circle surrounded by eight spikes or z-runes as its arms. This rune is called Algiz, from the Elder Futhark...
Symbols are particularly significant in Nordic mythology. They formed an everyday accompaniment to Viking life, appearing on clothing, furniture, weapons, and armor. One of the best-known is the...
The Vikings say that all-father Odin was so obsessed with knowing everything in the cosmos that he was willing to gain wisdom, a journey that would cost him dearly. Odin lost his eye as payment for...