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Forging legends: Dwarves as master craftsmen in Norse mythology
Whilst no Norse god was devoted to artisanal skill and handiwork, people in Viking societies held several mythical characters in reverence for their crafty labor.2 years ago — Culture and religion -
Undying defiance: The Viking king who chose to be buried alive rather than submit
Striding like a colossus over early medieval Norwegian history is Harald Fairhair, the man who supposedly unified the various petty kingdoms into the medieval Kingdom of Norway. However, underlying his unification was a series of bloody battles and iron-willed ruthlessness.3 years ago — History -
Thunder and trickery: The complex relationship of Thor and Loki, according Norse lore
A relationship between family members can, at times, swing violently between outright hostility and protective love. This was very much representative of the complex relationship between Thor and Loki, two great gods in the Norse pantheon.3 years ago — Culture and religion -
Everything you need to know about Freyja, the Norse goddess of war and love
War and love. Two contradictory states, right? Wrong. For people in Viking societies, these two concepts were embodied by Freyja, a multifaceted Norse goddess.3 years ago — Culture and religion -
Unraveling the secrets of Niflheim, the realm of ice in Norse mythology
Niflheim, with its icy and misty landscapes, represents the primal forces of cold and darkness in Norse mythology. This stark and barren realm is no frosty winter wonderland, and it plays a central role in the dichotomy of Norse cosmology.3 years ago — Culture and religion -
How a skeletal discovery in Norway confirmed an old Viking saga
In Trondheim, Norway, a skeleton was discovered at the bottom of an old castle well, which served as evidence confirming a story from the old Viking sagas.3 years ago — News
