Norse Mythology And Norse Myths - 1210 Words

Who are the Norse gods and goddesses? Where do they come form? The Norse myths are very complex and interesting. Many people study the myths. The Vikings actually started Norse mythology. Norse mythology also known as the Scandinavian mythology, is a kind of religion that was and is still practiced by some of the people in the Scandinavian countries (Vikings) and northern parts of Germany(Norse for Smart People, McCoy,Dan,2012-2016). In the last few decades, the stories and culture of the Vikings have increasingly spread across the world. While in the middle age its believed that the Norse and people of Germatic origin before they were converted to Christianity, they had their own religion whish was very complex and sophisticated. Norse†¦show more content†¦Odin also sacrificed an eye at the Well of Mimir to gain wisdom. He later hangs himself on the World Tree, Yggdrasill to gain the knowledge and power of the Runes. He can travel to any realm within the nine Nordic worlds( Norse for Smart People, McCoy,Dan,2012-2016). Thor of the Aesir(Norse for Smart People, McCoy,Dan,2012-2016). The red headed God of Thunder and weather, powerful protection, inspiration, magical power, and the personal strength. Thor is the son of Odin, is the foremost of the Aesir, and rules over the realm called Thrundvang. He s the strongest of all gods and men, and is the protector of all Midgard. He wields the mighty hammer Mjollnir that causes light flashes. His battle car is drawn by two goats(Norse for Smart People, McCoy,Dan,2012-2016). He s married to Sir(goddess of harvest) and father to Pruor and Ullr. the oak is sacred to Thor. Baldur of the Aesir(Norse for Smart People, McCoy,Dan,2012-2016). The Bright One. His name mean Shining Day. Odins econd son, he s the god of Love, Light, Beauty, Loyalty, Innocence, and Rebirth. He s sacrificed at Midsummer, and is reborn at Yule(Norse for Smart People, McCoy,Dan,2012-2016). He s married to the goddess of Joy, Nanna, and is father to Forseti(god of Law and Justice). He was slain by his blind brother Hoor( the Blind God and the God of Blind Force) whose hand was guided by the evil