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Viking Fjorgyn
Norse mythology’s Mother Earth, Fjorgyn has been associated with the start of the growing season, when Norway’s soils were nurtured for planting seeds. She was the mother of Thor, the mighty thunder god and son of Odin. As such, she was also an adversary of Odin’s wife Frigg.
Viking Nerthus
Nerthus, an ancient deity revered by various Germanic and Scandinavian tribes, symbolizes fertility and the earth. Often referred to as Mother Earth, she was depicted riding a chariot drawn by cows. These sacred processions were believed to bless the land with fertility.
Viking Lofn
Norse Goddess of Comfort
The Norse goddess Lofn is so gracious that the mightiest of gods melts to her will. Even Odin, the chief god of Norse mythology, gives Lofn permission to arrange marriages. Whether the love that impassions men and women is right or wrong does not concern her. Rather, she longs to nurture adoration at its purest, even if it means arranging marriages that are taboo.
Viking Delling
The Bringer of the Dawn
His name means “dayspring” or “shining one,” and in Norse mythology, the god Delling is the father of the day. According to legend, Delling is married to Nott, the goddess of the night, and together they have a son, Dagr. Odin placed the three of them in the sky, so that they may ride across it with their horses and chariots every 24 hours.
Viking Heimdal
Norse Guardian of the Gods
Tall and handsome and known for his purity of heart and mind, Heimdal is the ever-vigilant guardian of the gods. Heimdal is blessed with extraordinary sight and hearing. He can see for 100 leagues and can hear the grass growing. His horn, Gjallarhorn, can be heard throughout heaven, earth and the lower world.
Viking Hermod
Norse Messenger of the Gods
Son of Odin, father of the Norse gods, and Frigg, goddess of motherhood and marriage, Hermod is the swift and nimble messenger of the gods who is famous for his bravery.
Viking Kari
Eldest son of the giant Fornjot, Kari was the god of the north wind, capable of carrying Vikings across vast waters. He is associated with the breath of life, providing air for the lungs of mortals.
