Tag: Vikings
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Thor and the Giant Geirrod: A Lesson on Grudges
The story of Thor and the giant Geirrod illustrate what a poorly made oath and holding a grudge can do to the person responsible for them.
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Thor and Loki Go to Utgard, pt 4: The Challenges
The Utgard challenges pitted Thor, Loki, and Thialfe against the giants of Utgard. How did they handle those challenges?
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Viking Influence in the Days of the Week
Tuesday through Friday are named for Viking gods. What explains the Viking influence in the days of the week?
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Puy du Fou: Vikings and History of France
Puy du Fou offers several spectacular shows, including a Viking incursion at Saint Philbert le Vieil. Check out one of our inspirations.
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Viking Woman Buried with Her Dog
A Viking Woman buried with her dog was found in Norway. The boat burial also included brooches with silver thread.
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Sleipnir and Eight Tiny Reindeer
Sleipnir has eight legs. Odin rides the white horse during the Wild Hunt. Are eight legs enough of a coincidence to put Sleipnir and eight tiny reindeer together?
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Did Viking Berserkers Exist?
Were Viking Berserkers real? While some refute the existence of Vikings altogether, we’ll look at the evidence for them and who they were.
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Isle of Man’s National Treasures Display Includes Viking Artifacts
Large Silver Brooch from National Treasures Display at Isle of Man
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Viking Hygiene: The Evidence of Better Habits
Was Viking hygiene better than the hygiene of other Europeans? The experts are divided as is the evidence.
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Kvasir: Man of Spit, Mead of Poetry Origin
The gods created Kvasir from the spit of the Vanir and Aesir. Who was Kvasir, why did the gods create him, and how did he die?
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Make It a Viking Summer to Remember
Make it a Viking Summer and bring a little more Viking to your life.
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The Vikings’ Discovery of Greenland
The Vikings’ Discovery of Greenland
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Vikings and Dragons: A Primer
What’s the connection between Vikings and dragons? Looking at the Old Norse mythology offers some clues about their conceptions of dragons.
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Viking Chess or Hnefatafl
The rules of Viking chess, or hnefatafl, didn’t survive when the game died out. How did we get the modern version?
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Mimir: Head of Wisdom
Mimir is the guardian of secret knowledge, whether its in his own disembodied head or at his well. Odin seeks Mimir for his counsel.
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Odin to Santa Claus: What’s the Connection?
How are Odin and Santa Claus related? Jackson Crawford says they aren’t. Find out how he debunks a popular misconception.
