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The Valkyries as battle maidens, fate weavers, mythic messengers, and... a source of artistic inspiration
The Valkyries have been a source of artistic inspiration for centuries due to their roles as battle maidens, weavers of fate, and mythic messengers.5 months ago — Culture and religion -
How do you get into Valhalla? The Valkyries' rules of admission
Think getting into Berghain, the famous nightclub in Berlin, is hard? Well, try getting into an eternal feast with Odin! We break down exactly how you were granted admission to Valhalla.1 year ago — Culture and religion -
The role and symbolism of ravens in Norse mythology
Whilst it has been centuries since the last Viking ship ever sailed, Norse mythology has lived on as a cultural legacy of people from Viking societies. In a mythology filled with animals, ravens are seemingly ever-present in a symbolic role of wisdom, insight, and a connection to death.1 year ago — Culture and religion -
Book review: Women and Weapons in the Viking World - Amazons of the North by Leszek Gardeła
This research project turned book explores the role of women in Viking society, highlighting their involvement in warfare and wielding weapons, which challenges, nay, downright shatters, gender stereotypes both centuries-old and modern.2 years ago — Reviews -
Norse gods of war: A primer
At the heart of Viking society was a warrior culture forged in battles everywhere, from the British Isles to Baghdad. This culture was shaped by its relationship with the Old Norse religion, which blended a desire for glory and honor on the battlefield along with reverence for the Norse gods of war.2 years ago — Culture and religion -
Everything you need to know about Freyja, the Norse goddess of war and love
War and love. Two contradictory states, right? Wrong. For people in Viking societies, these two concepts were embodied by Freyja, a multifaceted Norse goddess.3 years ago — Culture and religion -
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.4 years ago — Culture and religion -
What you should know about the mythical Valkyries
The Valkyries, which in Old Norse means "chooser of the slain," are a group of maidens sent by the god Odin to the battlefields where they would choose the slain who deserved a place in Valhalla.4 years ago — Culture and religion
