
Odin – Mythopedia
Mar 8, 2023 · Mythology As the “all-father” and chief god of the diverse Norse pantheon, Odin figured prominently in all of the central mythological traditions—from the creation of the first …
Yggdrasil – Mythopedia
Dec 7, 2022 · Yggdrasil was the mythical ash tree that supported the Nine Realms of Norse mythology, giving structure to the cosmos. It was the source of ultimate wisdom, where the …
Norse Gods – Mythopedia
Nov 29, 2022 · The Norse gods and goddesses are the array of deities honored by ancient Nordic worshipers. They primarily came from two different tribes, the Aesir and the Vanir, but were …
Loki – Mythopedia
Dec 8, 2022 · Loki was the ultimate trickster among the Norse gods, a shapeshifter whose wily deceptions sowed chaos among his people. He survived the fallout of his pranks thanks to his …
Frigg – Mythopedia
Dec 1, 2022 · Frigg was the Norse goddess of motherhood and fertility, and possibly the namesake of Friday. Wife of Odin, she was the undisputed queen of the gods and best known …
Asgard – Mythopedia
Dec 29, 2022 · Asgard was one of the Nine Realms of Norse mythology, home of the mighty Aesir gods and resting place of humans who died in battle. It was connected to Midgard, where …
Tyr – Mythopedia
Mar 8, 2023 · By virtue of being Odin’s son, Tyr was a half-sibling to the chief members of the Aesir tribe. Tyr’s half-siblings consisted of some of the most prominent figures in Norse …
Baldur – Mythopedia
Dec 8, 2022 · “Shining Baldur” was a Norse god of the Aesir tribe of unparalleled beauty and wisdom who settled the feuds of men and gods. His death as a result of Loki’s trickery is one …
Freya – Mythopedia
Mar 8, 2023 · Freya was the arrestingly beautiful Norse goddess of blessings, love, and fertility. A member of the Vanir tribe known for her skill in divination, she could be both a gentle ruler and …
Norse Mythology – Mythopedia
Norse mythology is the compilation of the stories, religious practices, and myths of the ancient Nordic people. These texts span a period of time beginning in Norse paganism and continuing …