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Mythology
The term mythology can refer to either the study of myths, or to a body of myths. Comparative mythology is the study of connections between myths from different cultures. In the study of folklore, a myth is a sacred narrative explaining how the world and humankind came to be in their present form. Many scholars in other fields use the term "myth" in somewhat different ways. In a very broad sense, the word can refer to any traditional story.
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Mythology
Baldr
Anthropology; Mythology
A god from Norse mythology. Like all Norse gods, his fate has already been decided in the Prose Edda - he will die and this event will be a harbinger for the ragnarok. He is married to Nanna and has ...
Hringhorni
Anthropology; Mythology
A large ship belonging to the Norse god Baldr. In traditional Norse fashion, Baldr's corpse will be laid to rest on the ship and set on fire. Due to the size, it will require the help of the giantess ...
Breidablik
Anthropology; Mythology
One of the halls of Asgard and the home of the Norse god Baldr. It is briefly mentioned in the Gylfaginning.
Jormungand
Anthropology; Mythology
One of Loki's bestial children, Jormungand is a large serpent. Through Odin's intervention it grew large enough to encircle the earth and grab on to its own tail. When it lets go will be one of the ...
Einherjar
Anthropology; Mythology
The spirits of warriors that have died in battle and have been escorted to Valhalla by valkyries. In Odin's hall they eat an infinite supply of meat from the beast Sæhrímnir and drink mead. They keep ...
Fenrir
Anthropology; Mythology
A large wolf who is also one of Loki's offspring. During ragnarok he will kill Odin but be killed himself by one of Odin's sons. His temparament and size caused him to be bound by some of the gods, ...
Sigurd
Anthropology; Mythology
The hero of the Völsunga saga from Norse mythology, as well as many other epics. His most famous feat is the slaying of the dragon Fafnir using the legendary sword Gram.
