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Book review: Viking Dynasties – The Royal Families of Lejre and Uppsala Between Archaeology and Text by Tom Christensen, John Ljungkvist & Neil Price
At the very intersection of archeology, history, and literature, this examination of two royal families and their seats of power could be one of the most important history books of 2025.1 year ago — Reviews -
Inge the Pagan Basher: Who was the Swedish king who destroyed the Temple at Uppsala?
Ruling at a turbulent time in Sweden’s history, King Inge the Elder was said to preside over an unstable realm divided between the worship of the Old Norse gods and Christianity.2 years ago — Partner content -
What was the temple at Uppsala, and why was it important in the ancient Norse religion?
Temples dotted the pre-modern world, from Delphi to Luxor, from Ur to what is now Uppsala, in Sweden. Though we only have information about it from medieval sources, the temple at Uppsala was a religious center and focal point for the ancient Norse religion.4 years ago — Culture and religion
