Norse mythology

1. The mythology of Scandinavia, which was also widespread in Germany and Britain until the establishment there of Christianity. For the people and places most important in Norse mythology, see Odin, Thor, trolls, and Valhalla.

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Experts associate the design with the god Odin, whose roles in Norse mythology included ferrying the dead to the afterlife.

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So give it up for the Golden State Valkyries, named for the powerful female warriors from Norse mythology.

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“Olympus is the home of the gods in Greek mythology, and Asgard is the home of the gods in Norse mythology.”

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Once a staunch atheist, 30-year-old Sif is now a follower of Norse Heathenry - a spiritual movement that recognises a large number of gods and entities from Norse mythology.

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In Norse mythology, a monstrous sea serpent wrapped itself around the world’s waters.

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