Tag: Valkyries

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  Odin’s Hunt Vs. Ghost Riders in the Sky

  Odin’s Hunt, also called the Wild Hunt, resembles the song “Ghost Riders in the Sky” Is the song a ranching version of the Wild Hunt?

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  Norse Afterlife: Where Did Vikings Go When They Died?

  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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  Viking Women Celebration: Goublot

  Viking Women’s Day was celebrated at the beginning of Goa, but little is known about it and Viking women in general.

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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.