Discover the captivating world of ancient Norse beliefs as we delve into the pantheon of gods, epic sagas, and sacred rites. Join us on a fascinating exploration of Odin, Thor, Freyja, and more, as we unravel the threads of a rich and enigmatic faith that shaped the Viking Age.

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Sources/Recomended Reading:

Crawford, Jackson (transl. by) (2015). "The Poetic Edda". Hackett Publishing.

Crawford, Jackson (transl. by) (2017). "The Saga of the Volsungs". Hackett Publishing.

Johansson, Carl G. & Mats Malm (transl. by) (2015). "Snorres Edda". Anthropos.

Lindow, John (2002). "Norse Mythology: A Guide to Gods, Heroes, Rituals, and Beliefs". Oxford University Press.

Lönnroth, Lars (transl. by) (2016). "Den Poetiska Eddan". Bokförlaget Atlantis.

Näsström, BrittMari (1995). "Freyja the great goddess of the north". Almqvist & Wiksell International.

Stensland, Gro (2007). "Fornnordisk Religion". Natur Kultur Akademisk.

Chapters:
0:00 Intro & Basics
5:55 Historical Sources
14:12 Cosmology
21:15 Origins & End of the world/gods
29:46 Religion?
33:00 Death, gods & the private cult
42:10 Blót & the public cult
50:00 Seidr (Shamanism?)
51:32 Conclusions



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