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Elli and Thor: How an elderly woman beat the god of thunder in wrestling
In this classic tale from the sagas, we learn how even the mightiest of Norse gods can be humbled due to their hubris.1 year ago — Culture and religion -
What Snorri Sturluson didn't like and left out of the Norse sagas
Why did the 13th-century Icelandic poet, politician, and saga spinner extraordinaire leave some sagas out of his famous compilations?1 year ago — Culture and religion -
The Oseberg tapestries: Unlocking Viking storytelling through fragments
Painstaking research could help provide a more complete picture of the inner life of 9th-century Norwegians.1 year ago — News -
Bragi: The divine poet of Norse mythology
The rich tapestry of sagas and poems that Viking societies left behind extends well beyond their reputation as fierce warriors. In fact, in the world of early medieval Scandinavia, poetry was held in such high regard that it was worshipped in the form of a god, Bragi.2 years ago — Culture and religion -
Rune for improvement: Education and literacy in the Viking Age
Despite their reputation for producing early medieval Europe's most feared warriors, Viking societies were also deeply interested and involved in education and literacy. We aim to dispel their reputation as mere brainless barbarians by exploring how Viking societies passed on knowledge and skills.2 years ago — Culture and religion -
Viking musical instruments and their significance
People in Viking societies have traditionally been known for many things – raiding, trading, pillaging, and plundering. They even beat Christopher Columbus to North America by about five centuries.2 years ago — Culture and religion
