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13 Dec

Grótti: The Legendary Millstone in Norse Mythology

December 13, 2023
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In Norse mythology, few artifacts stand out like the wondrous Grótti, a magical millstone imbued with extraordinary abilities. This leg...

29 Nov

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Rán: Goddess of the Treacherous Seas

November 29, 2023
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In the captivating world of Norse mythology, among the pantheon of gods and goddesses, Rán stands as the embodiment of the unpredictabl...

27 Nov

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The Vikings in Miklagard (Constantinople)

November 27, 2023
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The great city of Constantinople, known to the Vikings as Miklagard (The Great City), was a focal point for Viking activity in the medi...

23 Nov

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Thrud: Goddess of Strength and Battle

November 23, 2023
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Thrud (Old Norse Þrúðr) is a goddess associated with strength, power, and battle in Norse mythology, as the daughter of Thor, the might...

16 Nov

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Snotra: The Norse Goddess of Wisdom, Virtue, and Social Conduct

November 16, 2023
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In the rich tapestry of Norse mythology, Snotra stands out as the goddess of wisdom, virtue, and social conduct. As a revered deity in ...

14 Nov

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Shield Maidens

November 14, 2023
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Within the veiled corridors of history, the captivating figures of Viking shield maidens emerge. These remarkable women, entrenched in ...

13 Nov

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Seidr: The Norse Magic Tradition in Viking Age

November 13, 2023
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Seidr (pronounced “SAY-der”) was a form of ancient Norse magic and shamanism that was an integral part of pre-Christian Norse spiritual...

12 Nov

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Niflheim vs Helheim

November 12, 2023
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The ancient Norsemen had a complex and fascinating conception of the afterlife, far from the binary heaven-or-hell perspective of many ...

10 Nov

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Jomsborg: The semi-legendary Viking stronghold

November 10, 2023
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The intriguing tales of Jomsborg, a semi-legendary Viking stronghold, have sparked imaginations for centuries. This fortress, featured ...

09 Nov

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Hildisvíni: The Golden Battle Boar of Norse Goddess Freyja

November 9, 2023
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Hildisvíni, whose name means "battle swine" in Old Norse, is a magical golden boar from Norse mythology. He is the mount and companion ...