Category Archives: Skoll and Hati

Creatures in Norse mythology, Fenrir, Gullinbursti, Huginn and Muninn, Jormungand, Jörmungandr (Midgard Serpent or World Serpent), Loki, Norse Mythology, Skoll and Hati, Sleipnir

Beasts and Birds: The Animals Revered in Norse Culture

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norse animals
13
Oct

When we think of Vikings, we often imagine fierce warriors, longboats, and raids across the sea. However, Norse culture was much more than battles and conquests. Animals played a significant role in Norse mythology and everyday life, serving as symbols, companions, and metaphors for various aspects of their world. In this article, we explore the […]

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Creatures in Norse mythology, Giants (Jötunn), Norse Mythology, Skoll and Hati

Sköll and Hati: Eclipsing Stories in Norse Mythology

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skoll and hati
16
Jul

Welcome to the fascinating world of Norse mythology, where deities, giants, and mythical creatures live amidst cosmological wonders and epic sagas. Here, every story, every character, imparts a deeper understanding of the ancient Norse worldview. Among these tales, few are as intriguing as those of the wolves Sköll and Hati. These siblings stand as embodiments […]

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Aesir Gods, Ask and Embla, Creatures in Norse mythology, Mani, Norse Cosmology, Norse Gods, Norse Mythology, Odin, Skoll and Hati, Sol, The Nine Worlds, Vikings, Vili and Ve, Yggdrasil (World Tree), Ymir

What Is The Vikings Creation Story?

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Vikings Creation Story
13
Jul

The Viking creation story, often referred to as the Norse or Viking creation myth, traces back to the ancient Nordic societies of Scandinavia, characterized by their seafaring exploits, rich mythology, and intricate social hierarchy. This mythology was primarily an oral tradition, transmitted from generation to generation through sagas and poems until finally documented in texts […]

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