Who Were the Viking Weather Gods in Norse Mythology?
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Who Were the Viking Weather Gods in Norse Mythology?

Most cultures around the world throughout history have had some kind of deity or spirit that they attributed patterns of weather, tides, and other natural phenomena to; oftentimes, they have multip...
5 Common Viking Names & Their Meanings - The Viking Dragon Blog
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5 Common Viking Names & Their Meanings

The name a parent bestows on their child can be one of the most important early gifts they give. Names have power, as many folkloric and religious traditions will tell you, and deciding on a name h...
What is Odin the God Of? - The Viking Dragon Blog
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What Is Odin The God Of?

Among the many iconic images of the Vikings is that of the skald, the war poet praising the gods for their protection and placating against their wrath as they sail toward new conquests. But who we...
Did the Vikings Really Make Human Sacrifices? - The Viking Dragon Blog
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Did the Vikings Really Make Human Sacrifices?

Blood sacrifice was a central part of many Viking rituals, from established yearly celebrations to pre-battle rallying. While we know that sheep, cows, pigs and goats would often find themselves on...
The Valkyries - Warrior Women of Asgard - The Viking Dragon Blog
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The Valkyries: Warrior Women of Asgard

Norse mythology is rich in fascinating figures and enigmatic spirits, though few have enjoyed such a lively legacy as the mythical Valkyries.
What is Asatru? The Viking Dragon Blog
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What is Asatru?

Though the Viking Age has long since passed, the echoes of Norse culture and mythology still resonate in modern Nordic society. No-one holds these millennia old traditions more sacred than the foll...
Animals that Accompanied Norse Gods - The Viking Dragon Blog
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Animals that Accompanied Norse Gods

The Animal Companions of Norse Gods We know the Norse Gods for their epic strength and wisdom, but behind every deity is their animal companion. You may associate the idea of spirit animals with in...
What does the Old Norse word Viking mean? Drinking horn with runes and trinkets
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What does the Old Norse word ‘Viking’ mean?

From academia to pop culture, many of us refer to all men, women and children from 8th to 11th century Scandinavia as ‘Vikings,’ whether they are the vicious warriors from The Last Kingdom or the ...
Odin acting as Santa at Yule - Viking Dragon Blogs
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Yule, Odin & Santa Claus

 Yule was one of the most important festivals in the old heathen calendar. As the days drew short and the nights grew long, there were celebrations as well as a tinge fear in the cold, crisp air. T...