Hermod

American  

[her-mood, -mood] / ˈhɛr mud, -mʊd /

noun

Scandinavian Mythology.

1. a son of Odin who rode to Hel to negotiate for the return of Balder to Asgard.

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Example Sentences

Hermod, one of her sons, offered himself.

From Literature

When Hermod reached Hela with the gods’ petition, she answered that she would give Balder back if it were proved to her that all everywhere mourned for him.

From Literature

Hermod mounted it and prepared to ride down, ever down, to greet Hel in her high hall, where only the dead go.

From Literature

Hermod threw himself at her feet.

From Literature

“I don't like any of it one little bit. I hope Hermod the Nimble is sorting things out with Hel. The sooner Balder comes back to life, the better it will be for all of us.”

From Literature