In the last post, we saw how women were actively involved, and even a driving force, in the change of religion in the North. The question then, is why women were so strongly drawn to…
From Kata in Varnhem, we’ll take a look at other early Christian women who, quite literally engraved their religious beliefs in stone – on runestones and rock carvings. Ingerun placed her hand against the rock…
Varnhem, Sweden, ca 1030 The small child is carefully placed in the stone coffin. Kata shivers, and not only because of the cold spring wind. Almost everyone here knows what it feels like to bury…
In this new theme; From Freyja to Mary, we’ll explore the Christianization of the North. It begins, as stories often do, with kings and men, but will evolve to focus on the roles of women…
Learn about the two types of Gods in the Norse Religion – the Æsir and the Vanir, and get to know some of the most famous of the Gods; Oden, Freyja, Freyr, Njord, Tor, Loke – and White Christ.
Ever wondered what the Vikings really believed in?
Explore a world full of gods, giants, and epic tales – from the mythic creation of the earth in Ginnungagap to the apocalyptic vision of Ragnarök at the end of time.