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Mani's celestial journey: Understanding the Norse moon myth
Mani, the personification of the moon in Norse mythology, is known for riding a sky-bound horse-drawn chariot and played a vital role in keeping time throughout Viking societies.2 years ago — Culture and religion -
Norse mythology: What you need to know about Gungnir, Odin's spear
Odin, the chief god in the Norse pantheon, was known for his majestic wisdom and might. Known as the "All-Father," he ruled over Asgard and was as mysterious as he was majestic. This majesty is also symbolized in his spear, Gungnir.3 years ago — Culture and religion -
Unraveling the secrets of Niflheim, the realm of ice in Norse mythology
Niflheim, with its icy and misty landscapes, represents the primal forces of cold and darkness in Norse mythology. This stark and barren realm is no frosty winter wonderland, and it plays a central role in the dichotomy of Norse cosmology.3 years ago — Culture and religion -
Norse mythology: What you need to know about the Æsir
The most prominent group of Norse deities, and the most destructive, are called the Æsir.3 years ago — Culture and religion -
Everything you need to know about Járngreipr, Thor's gloves
Whilst Thor may be associated with thunder and lightning, he was also a Norse god who, let's face it, had some uber-cool threads and accessories.3 years ago — Culture and religion -
The 9 most fascinating aspects of the Old Norse religion
Stemming from beliefs and traditions forged in Germanic societies during the Nordic Iron Age, the Old Norse religion became the dominant religion throughout Scandinavia for much of the early medieval period.3 years ago — Culture and religion -
Ásatrú: The Old Norse religion and its modern incarnation
Since 1874, Iceland has had freedom of religion enshrined in its constitution. Despite being a mainly secular nation, there is a religion with ancient roots that is one of the nation's fastest-growing: Asatru.3 years ago — Legacy -
What you need to know about Ginnungagap, the void in Norse mythology
Since time immemorial, most cultures and civilizations have tried to understand what happened long ago in the ancient past.3 years ago — Culture and religion -
What was the temple at Uppsala, and why was it important in the ancient Norse religion?
Temples dotted the pre-modern world, from Delphi to Luxor, from Ur to what is now Uppsala, in Sweden. Though we only have information about it from medieval sources, the temple at Uppsala was a religious center and focal point for the ancient Norse religion.4 years ago — Culture and religion -
Fight, worship, be honorable: The greatest honor for fallen Viking warriors was to join Odin in Valhalla
In order to cushion the blow of mortality, various civilizations have myths and theories of what the afterlife looks like. For Vikings, those who died valiantly had the chance of joining Odin in Valhalla.4 years ago — Culture and religion
