Mythology
Collection of posts which reference or discuss topics of Norse mythology.
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Draugar: Zombies of Norse Mythology
The undead returned as Draugar. These Norse zombies were frightful. Read about the draugar, their other names, and where they came from.
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The Viking Afterlife
The Viking afterlife is more varied than warriors going to Valhalla. Some scholars offer four or five places where Vikings may go on death.
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Valkyries: Women of War
The Valkyries were women of war. How do the current versions compare to the source material of Norse mythology? Find out here.
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Norse Myth: Creation of Man and Woman
The Norse myth creation of man and woman has some similarities with the Christian creation myth. Learn about Ash and Elm here.
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Norse Creation Myth: Ymir’s Death
Ymir’s death was the source for the creation of Midgard. Odin and his two brothers killed their great grandfather…
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Yggdrasil: The Terrible One’s Steed
The Norse tree that connects the universe and multiverse of Norse mythology is a mystery. Yggdrasil, the terrible one’s steed, waits for you.
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Ragnar Lothbrok: Shaggy Breeches
Ragnar Lothbrok is said to be a Viking king, who fathered several famous sons. Was he a real person and why did he have shaggy pants?
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The Norse Creation Myth: Ginnungagap, Ymir and Authumbla
The Norse creation myth starts with a gap, fire and ice. It continues with a cow, a giant, and his sweat forming other giants.
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How Heimdall Created Humans: The Three Social Classes of Viking Society
According to the Lay of Rig, Heimdall established three social classes of Viking society and created people.
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Aesir, Vanir, and Jötnar of Viking Mythology
The Aesir, Vanir and Jotun have a large place in Norse and Viking mythology. The Aesir have the more popular gods.
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Thor, Odin, and Loki in Norse Mythology
Thor, Odin and Loki may be the most important gods in Norse mythology. Thor for the common person, Odin for the warlords, and Loki as a foil.
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Norse Mythology Behind the Northern Lights
Review some of the fascinating Norse mythology behind the Northern Lights, including their association with Valkyries, Bifröst, and the gods.
