Norse Legends

Norse, Vikings and the Northern Lights

Norse, Vikings and the Northern Lights

By The StormCrow Nov 14, 2024

Observing the vibrant, dancing lights across the polar skies must have been a mesmerizing sight for these early Norse people, and the northern lights soon became woven into the fabric of myth and legend.

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Norse and Viking Hygiene during the Viking Age

Norse and Viking Hygiene during the Viking Age

By The StormCrow Nov 7, 2024

In Norse society personal appearance was intertwined with honor and reputation. Being well-groomed signified respect for oneself and others. Even in times of war or travel, warriors are believed to have maintained their...

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Dísir, the Norse Guardians of Fate and Fertility

Dísir, the Norse Guardians of Fate and Fertility

By The StormCrow Oct 3, 2024

Dísir, the supernatural beings of the North are primarily associated with fate, fertility and protection. They are a group of supernatural beings, with the most famous members of said group being the Norns,...

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Who are the Goats that pull Thor's Chariot

Who are the Goats that pull Thor's Chariot

By The StormCrow Sep 4, 2024

The God of Thunder leads many adventures throughout the nine realms and, whenever possible, the Prince of Asgard rides to glory in style: in his trusty chariot, pulled by his two...

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Beloved Frigg – no Fridays without Her

Beloved Frigg – no Fridays without Her

By The StormCrow May 3, 2024

Lady Frigg, Queen of Asgard, Lady of the Hall and patron of diplomacy. We wouldn’t have Fridays without her!

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The Creation of Midgard and Mankind

The Creation of Midgard and Mankind

By The StormCrow Apr 18, 2024

Do you know how the cosmos was created according to the Norse religion? The tale of the Three Brothers, Odin, Vili and Vé, the slaying of Ymir, the first giant,...

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The Viking daily life

The Viking daily life

By The StormCrow Apr 5, 2024

How was a normal day for a Viking? The ordinary nature of how the Norse peoples and Vikings lived day-to-day may surprise you. In fact, the daily life in the north...

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Viking Slavery: The Tough Life of the Thrall

Viking Slavery: The Tough Life of the Thrall

By The StormCrow Mar 22, 2024

Life for thralls was clearly harsh. How harsh? Learn more here how was the life of a Slave in the Viking society.

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Freyr, the Lord of Plenty

Freyr, the Lord of Plenty

By The StormCrow Mar 7, 2024

Freyr is the God of virility, peace prosperity and good harvests. He is called the “Foremost of the Gods” in the Poetic Edda, a true Lord of Plenty!

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Goddess Gefion and the Creation of the Danish Island of Sjælland

Goddess Gefion and the Creation of the Danish Island of Sjælland

By The StormCrow Feb 23, 2024

According to the Prose Edda, the Island of Sjælland (Zealand) in Denmark was created in a single day by the Goddess Gefion, who ploughed the island from Sweden with the help...

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Hugin, Munin, Geri and Freki: The partnership between Wolf and Raven

Hugin, Munin, Geri and Freki: The partnership between Wolf and Raven

By The StormCrow Feb 9, 2024

Learn about the uncanny partnership between Raven and Wolf, mighty companions of the Allfather and teachers to mankind!

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The Kidnapping of Idun, the Goddess of Eternal Youth

The Kidnapping of Idun, the Goddess of Eternal Youth

By The StormCrow Jan 25, 2024

Having the power of granting youth and vigor through her golden fruits, Idun has a tremendous importance in the Norse pantheon. Learn more about Idun and her golden eplis here!

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