Nordic Stories

The Wolf in Norse and Slavic Mythology: Two Traditions, One Powerful Symbol
The Wolf in Norse and Slavic Mythology: Two Traditions, One Powerful Symbol
Few animals carry as much weight across Northern and Eastern European mythology as the wolf. To the Vikings, it was both a feared monster and a loyal companion of the... Read more...
What Does the Valknut Really Mean? The Truth Behind Odin's Knot
What Does the Valknut Really Mean? The Truth Behind Odin's Knot
Of all the symbols to survive from the Viking Age, the Valknut might be the most mysterious. Three interlocking triangles, found carved on runestones, burial goods, and tapestries — yet... Read more...
The Meaning Behind Mjolnir: 5 Things Thor's Hammer Really Symbolized
The Meaning Behind Mjolnir: 5 Things Thor's Hammer Really Symbolized
The Meaning Behind Mjolnir: 5 Things Thor's Hammer Really Symbolized Few symbols from Norse mythology are as instantly recognizable as Mjolnir — Thor's hammer. Today it shows up on necklaces,... Read more...
5 Facts About the Raven in Viking Mythology You Probably Didn't Know
5 Facts About the Raven in Viking Mythology You Probably Didn't Know
5 Facts About the Raven in Viking Mythology You Probably Didn't Know Long before it became a symbol of mystery in modern pop culture, the raven held a sacred place... Read more...