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The nine worlds of Norse mythology: How many, which ones, and does a list exist?
A key component of Norse mythological and spiritual beliefs was the existence of nine realms. We do a deep dive into the original multiverse, long before any Marvel movie stole the idea.8 months ago — Culture and religion -
The story of Auðumbla, the primeval cow of Norse mythology
Every society and civilization has a creation myth describing the earliest beginnings of the world. People in Viking societies were no different. However, unlike other global creation myths, theirs was unique as it featured a famous bovine, Auðumbla, the primeval cow.2 years ago — Culture and religion -
Surtr: The fiery giant of Norse mythology and his role in Ragnarök
People from Viking societies foretold the apocalyptic destruction of the world that is as memorable as it is horrific: Ragnarök. What does a sword-wielding fire giant have to do with this armageddon of annihilation?2 years ago — Culture and religion -
What you need to know about Muspelheim, the realm of fire in Norse mythology
Despite the fact that the Viking homeland – what we today call the Nordic region – is almost a byword for a winter wonderland, people in Viking societies knew a thing or two about heat.3 years ago — Culture and religion
