Yggdrasil, the Tree of Life in Norse Mythology
Known as the Tree of Life or the World Tree, Yggdrasil is the mighty tree that stands at the center in Norse cosmology. According to the myths, Yggdrasil is associated...
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The Mead of Poetry in Norse Mythology
Mead was a very important alcoholic beverage in Nordic cultures. This is evident in the myths and stories surrounding mead and how it came to being. Read on to discover...
The Nine Realms in Norse Cosmology
Like any polytheistic culture, ancient Scandinavian tribes and Nordic tribes believed in the partition of the cosmos into realms for different beings. In Norse mythology, it was believed that the...
10 Most Powerful Weapons in Norse Mythology
Powerful weapons abound in Norse mythology. This comes as no surprise as the Norse gods, especially, the Aesir race of gods, were prone to violence and engaging in warfare. Take...
Vanir Gods and Goddesses in Norse Mythology: Origin story, members, symbols and power
It’s usually the case that whenever Norse deities are mentioned the ones that come to mind are Odin, Loki, Thor, Frigg, and Heimdallr – i.e. basically Odin and his family...