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Ullr: The Norse skiing god who faded from memory
Overshadowed in modern minds by his more illustrative family members, and even by a fellow deity associated with skiing, Ullr survives as a shadowy figure on the edges of our knowledge of Norse mythology.8 months ago — Culture and religion -
From Freyja to Idunn: The legendary goddesses of Norse mythology
Though Viking societies were embedded with a patriarchal structure and a testosterone-fueled warrior ethos, the feminine ideal was worshiped through a series of Norse deities – goddesses that were celebrated as much in Norse literature as spirituality.1 year ago — Culture and religion -
Thrúd: The forgotten story of Thor's fierce daughter
Though she was born of Thunder and destined for greatness, time has not been kind to Thrúd, the daughter of Thor. Who is this overlooked Norse goddess living in the shadow of her famous father?2 years ago — Culture and religion -
Sif, the golden-haired goddess of harvest and beloved wife of Thor
Whilst everyone nowadays seems to know Thor, thanks in part to recent Hollywood depictions of the Norse God of Thunder, few know of his wife, Sif. This Norse goddess of fertility and the harvest was more than just a head of great hair; she played an important role as a homely guardian and protector.2 years ago — Culture and religion
