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The sky, according to the Vikings: Sun chariots, moon wolves, and world trees
In Norse cosmology, the sky was a dynamic backdrop that saw a host of beings, deities, and even trees animate it with an interplay of divine motion and cosmic struggle.10 months ago — Culture and religion -
The story of Auðumbla, the primeval cow of Norse mythology
Every society and civilization has a creation myth describing the earliest beginnings of the world. People in Viking societies were no different. However, unlike other global creation myths, theirs was unique as it featured a famous bovine, Auðumbla, the primeval cow.2 years ago — Culture and religion -
Jötnar: The mythic giants of Norse mythology
Among the more memorable beings in Norse mythology are the jötnar – giants and powerful beings whose strength was matched only by their ambiguous nature.2 years ago — Culture and religion -
Norse mythology: Who was Ymir, the first being?
Before Christianity capitalized the souls of most peoples in Viking societies from the 11th century onwards, peoples throughout the Nordic countries had a rich tapestry of Norse mythology.3 years ago — Culture and religion
