The Bifröst Bridge, also called Bilröst or Ásbrú, is described as a shimmering rainbow bridge connecting Midgard (the realm of humans) to Asgard (the realm of the gods). The gods, […]
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Níðhöggr (also spelled Nidhogg or Nidhug) is a powerful and malevolent dragon (or serpent). It resides at the base of Yggdrasil, the World Tree, gnawing at its roots. Níðhöggr’s actions
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Asgard (Ásgarðr) is the realm of the Æsir, one of the two main groups of gods. It serves as the home of deities such as Odin, Thor, and Frigg. It
Yggdrasil, pronounced “IGG-drah-sill,” stands as the immense World Tree connecting all realms. The tree’s roots and branches reach across the nine worlds, supporting life, wisdom, and unity. The Poetic Edda
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The Nine Realms represent the cosmic structure of the universe, all interconnected by Yggdrasil, the World Tree. Each realm has unique characteristics and beings who inhabit it. Understanding these realms
Hel, the Norse goddess and the realm she rules over, plays a vital role in the beliefs central to Asatru. She is the daughter of the trickster god Loki and
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Snorri Sturluson, also spelled Snorre or Snorri Sturlason, is one of the most significant figures in preserving Norse mythology and Icelandic history. Born in 1179, Snorri was an Icelandic historian,
The Poetic Edda is a collection of ancient Norse poems that form the foundation of Viking mythology and belief. Written down in the 13th century, these poems were likely passed
The Prose Edda, also known as Snorri’s Edda, stands as one of the most crucial texts for understanding Norse mythology. Written by the Icelandic historian and poet Snorri Sturluson in
