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Kvasir and the mead of poetry: The god who bled wisdom
Born from the spit of the gods and said to be the wisest of all humankind, Kvasir was a mythical skald whose story ends in murder and leaves behind the gift of poetry.1 year ago — Culture and religion -
Glorious but mythical deeds: Unpacking the Æsir–Vanir war
This great cosmic clash saw mythical Norse deities fight, then unite, and become one of the most celebrated brawls in the Norse sagas.1 year ago — Culture and religion -
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
