Norse mythology is a fascinating collection of myths and stories that originated from the pre-Christian beliefs of the Norse people, who lived in the regions of what is now Scandinavia. These myths were passed down through oral traditions and later recorded in written form.
Some key figures in Norse mythology include Odin, the Allfather and chief of the Aesir gods; Thor, the god of thunder; Loki, the mischievous trickster; and Freyja, the goddess of love and fertility. The Norse believed in a cosmology with different realms, such as Asgard (home of the gods), Midgard (the world of humans), and Hel (the realm of the dead).
One notable event in Norse mythology is Ragnarok, a prophesied end-time battle where many of the gods, including Odin and Thor, are foreseen to die. The world is then reborn, and a new cycle begins.
These myths have left a lasting impact on literature, art, and popular culture, with characters like Thor and Loki appearing in various modern adaptations in film and TV. The rich and varied stories of Norse mythology continue to captivate people around the world.
- Aesir gods
- Animals in Norse Mythology
- Draugr
- Dwarves in Norse Mythology
- Elves in Norse Mythology
- Giants in Norse Mythology
- Jörmungandr – Midgard Serpent
- Landvættir The Local Spirits of Norse Mythology
- Norse Dwarves – dvergar
- The Nine Wave Maidens (the Nine Daughters of Ægir and Rán)
- The Nine Worlds in Norse Mythology
- The Poetic Edda
- The Prose Edda
- Vanir Gods
- Völundr – Wayland the Smith
- Wells in Norse Mythology
- Yggdrasil tree of life