Norse and Greek mythology are the most influential mythologies today, from the references in modern media (Percy Jackson, the MCU) to the linguistics they left in English (chrono-, Wednesday, etc.). However, the two mythologies, while sometimes similar, are vastly different. The Olympians have a rich and intensely documented history leading …
In Norse mythology, there are many different entities, creatures and monsters. It can take a great deal of time to fully appreciate the complexity and variety. When we come to look at the gods and goddesses in Norse mythology, you will notice that they fall into one of two tribes …
Loki is one of the most well-known of the Norse gods in modern popular culture, tied with Thor and Odin. This is in large part due to his appearance as a main antagonist and antihero in the Marvel comic books and, in the last decade and a half, the extended …
The Norse Gods were the gods of the Scandinavians and Germanic people of the north. They’ve experienced something of a renaissance in recent years for various reasons. In popular culture, figures like Thor and Loki have shot to the forefront thanks to movies and television shows. Religiously, a rise in …
Thor, the Germanic and Norse god of thunder, war, and human protection, is one of the most famous gods in his pantheon. Along with his mythical hammer, the great Mjölnir, Thor acts as a symbol for historians, enthusiasts, and neo-pagan religious groups alike. The following facts cover some of the …
Have the Norse gods entertained you recently? They are popular in TV series, movies, novels, and comic books. What you’ve seen may have made you curious as to what Odin’s character is like—if he is good or evil—and how he fits into this mythical universe. Odin is neither thoroughly evil …
Odin (Óðinn) was the leader of the Æsir, the primary pantheon of Germanic gods. He is most well known for his portrayals in Norse mythology, but he was an important figure across Germanic religious practice. He was a god of many things and he was called the All Father due …
In Norse Mythology, Mimir or Mim is a water spirit, known to be a wise god from the Aesir tribe. The Vanir decapitated him during the war and sent his head back to his hometown of Asgard. Odin incidentally finds Mimir and decides to keep him. Odin kept Mimir’s head …
In Norse mythology, Freya was a leader of the Vanir gods, while Odin was the main god of the Aesir family. Freya married Odin to try and create peace between the Vanir and Aesir families. When the Aesir-Vanir War broke out, she agreed to marry Odin to encourage trust and …
Storytelling and mythology have long been major pillars in human nature and civilization. There are many mythological figures and gods that have been created by people over the centuries; one of the most notable of these gods is Thor. In Norse Mythology, Thor isn’t evil because he protects Asgard, but …