The Einherjar (pronounced “EYN-hair-yar,” meaning “lone warriors”) are the fallen heroes chosen by Odin (pronounced “OH-din”) to reside in Valhalla. These warriors join the Æsir (pronounced “EYE-seer”) in preparation for […]
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Eir (pronounced AYR or EER, with the first syllable rhyming with “air”) holds a unique role as a Valkyrie associated with healing and mercy. Her name means “help” or “protection,”
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Nafnaþulur (pronounced: NAHV-nah-thoo-lur) translates to “The Enumeration of Names.” This unique section appears at the end of Skáldskaparmál in Snorra Edda or Prose Edda. It provides extensive lists of names
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Skáldskaparmál (pronounced: SKAHLD-ska-par-mahl) means “The Language of Poetry” in Old Norse. It is a part of Snorra Edda or Prose Edda, which was written by the Icelandic poet Snorri Sturluson
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Brynhildr (pronounced BRIN-hil-der) stands as one of the most renowned Valkyries, symbolizing intense courage and fate intertwined. Known also as Brünnhilde in Germanic sources, Brynhildr’s name means “armored battle” or
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Móðguðr (pronounced, “MODH-goodhz”) stands as the formidable guardian of Gjallarbrú, the bridge that crosses the river Gjöll. This river flows near the entrance of Helheim, the realm of the dead.
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Gjallarbrú, pronounced “GYAH-lahr-broo,” means “Gjöll’s Bridge” or “Bridge over the Gjöll.” This bridge lies over the river Gjöll (pronounced “GYOLL”), which marks the boundary to the realm of Helheim, the
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Fjörm (Fjorm), known as “Ancient” or “Enduring,” is one of the primordial rivers flowing from Élivágar. It symbolizes timelessness and the unbreakable continuity of existence. It carries with it the
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Hríð (Hrid), also known as “Storm” or “Tempest,” is one of the eleven rivers flowing from Élivágar. Élivágar serves as a primordial source of power. These rivers surge with ice,
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