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Norse and Viking Lore

Norse Gods are the Days of the Week

Norse Gods are the Days of the Week

by Kristin Straley
For centuries, the days of the week have been named after gods and goddesses from different cultures.
Ostara, Easter, and Idunna

Ostara, Easter, and Idunna

by Kristin Straley
Most pagans celebrate Spring in some manner. Ostara is celebrated at the spring equinox.
Origins of the Honeymoon

Origins of the Honeymoon

by Kristin Valkenhaus

Ever wonder where the idea and name for the honeymoon comes from?

Kittens for Brides

Kittens for Brides

by Kristin Valkenhaus
In Viking tradition, it was common practice for members of the community to give the new bride a kitten or kittens.
Odin Alfather

Odin Alfather

by Kristin Straley
Odin is a prominent figure in Norse mythology and a revered god in Nordic lore. 
Friday the 13th

Friday the 13th

by Kristin Straley
Friday the 13th has been a superstitious day for many in the western world, but where did the fear of the number 13, and especially Friday the 13th come from?
The Saga of Biorn

The Saga of Biorn

by Kristin Straley
The Saga of Biorn is an animated short story about an old Viking named Biorn.  All he wants to do is die in battle so he can go to Valhalla and join his warrior companions.  Death is not so easy when you are a great warrior!