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The world's oldest Odin inscription shatters previous beliefs about Norse mythology
Runic readings of a gold bracteate place rewrite Nordic history.3 weeks ago — News -
All you need to know about Valhalla, the eternal feasting hall of Norse mythology
For Viking warriors, death was not the end, only the beginning. Those who were slain in battle, and deemed worthy and brave enough, would be led by Valkyries to join Odin in Valhalla.7 months ago — Culture and religion -
What is known about Odin's mysterious son, Vidar?
Vidar is quite a mysterious figure in Norse mythology, despite the fact that he played a key role during Ragnarök - and that he was the son of Odin. Did he end up living in the shadow of his almighty father?11 months ago — Culture and religion -
Geri and Freki: Odin's loyal wolves
Geri and Freki were two wolves who kept Odin company. Some sources say that Odin felt lonely, so he created them, and they were actually the first creatures to keep Odin company - not the ravens Huginn and Muninn.1 year ago — Culture and religion -
Fenrir, the great wolf
Fenrir is one of the most famous wolves in Norse mythology – the fact that the beast was important and famous is also shown in many drawings and runestones.1 year ago — Culture and religion -
Sleipnir: Odin's mighty eight-legged horse
Sleipnir is a famous horse in Norse mythology, and for a good reason – it was Odin's horse, and it had eight legs.1 year ago — Culture and religion -
Odin's ravens: Huginn and Muninn
Huginn and Muninn are two ravens in Norse mythology, famous for being Odin's helpers, or informers, to be more specific.1 year 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.1 year ago — Culture and religion -
Loki: What you need to know about the God of Mischief
Loki, the trickster god, is also known as the shapeshifter god. According to Norse lore, Loki had the ability to change his shape and sex - depending on what a particular situation required of him.1 year ago — Culture and religion -
Hall of the slain: What is Valhalla?
A short description of Valhalla? A majestic, grandiose palace ruled and kept by Odin, the god of wisdom, healing, knowledge, death, royalty, victory, and also poetry and runes.1 year ago — Culture and religion
