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Feathers and fire: Freyja's cloak in Norse myth
With a cloak that allowed a magical transformation into a bird and enabled flight across the nine realms of the Norse cosmos, Freyja was surely the best-dressed deity in Norse mythology.1 year ago — Culture and religion -
Exploring the magical world of Viking symbols for protection
Despite their fearsome reputation on the battlefield, people from Viking societies lived in an era of high superstition and belief. Protection was sought from the gods through a series of runic symbols against misfortune, evil, and bad luck.2 years ago — Culture and religion -
Book review: The Viking Way - Magic and Mind in Late Iron Age Scandinavia
In "The Viking Way - Magic and Mind in Late Iron Age Scandinavia," Neil Price's scholarly examination provides a profound understanding of Viking spiritual practices and their societal implications.2 years ago — Reviews -
The role of magic in Viking societies
Is magic real? Well, it certainly was for many peoples in Viking societies.3 years ago — Culture and religion
