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Norse Associations
Norse Associations
AegirGod of the Oceans |
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Aegir, the God of the Sea, is married to Ran. His realm is the deep ocean, his dominion the storms and the turbulent waters of the great seas. Treasures swallowed by the sea adorned his great marine palace. If you intend to travel by sea, and hope for a calm voyage, appeasing Aegir would be a good idea. Aegir is also the god of beer and brewing. |
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BalderGod of light |
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Balder was very handsome. He was so bright, light shone from him, hence the name God of Light. Balder held caught and settled legal disputes. Any legal and court matters should be directed to Balder. |
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EastreGoddess of Spring |
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A Teutonic lunar Goddess, Eostres chief symbols were the rabbit (she was often seen in this form at the full moon), and the egg (representing the cosmic egg of creation). She is the source of the customs of "Easter Eggs" and the "Easter Bunny".The name Eostre is said to be related to the word east, which many believe makes her a dawn goddess. |
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ForsetiGod of Justice |
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Forseti teaches that true justice can only come from being objective. Justice should be blind. When you need a positive outcome in a legal matter, Forseti should be honored. |
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FreyrGod of Sunlight |
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Freyr is the god of the harvest, the planting, of all growing and cultivating. Frey teaches respect for the land. |
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FreyaGoddess of Love and Fertility |
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Freya is the goddess of erotic, sexual and sensual love, also fertility and marriage. She is the twin sister of Frey. She weeps tears of gold for her lost husband Odur. Freya's solar chariot was pulled by cats across the heavens. These cats were said to control the sunshine, and if it rained at inconvenient times, it was because cats living in the area where the rain fell were going hungry. She is generous, passionate and exuberant and expects the same of those who would honor her. |
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Frigg/FriggaQueen of the Gods |
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Frigga is Odins wife, and her sphere of control is primarily the hearth and home; married love and childbirth. Often depicted in a chariot pulled by cats. She is birth and renewal. Those married couples desirous of children would do well to honor her. |
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HeimdallGuardian of Bifrost |
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Heimdalls duty is to sound his horn (Gjallahorn) to alert the gods of the coming of Ragnarok (The last battle). Hemidall is the god of guards, sentries, nightwatchmen and any that find themselves as protectors of others. |
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HelGoddess of Death and the Underworld |
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The daughter of Loki, Hel was confined to Niflheim by the gods. She is the goddess of death and the underworld and received the spirits of the dead, which she kept them in the elder tree until it was time for them to be reborn. Those wishing to live a long and happy life would do well to appease her. |
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IdunnaGoddess of Innocence |
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Idunna is the keeper of the apples of youth, which keep the Gods young and strong. Once, when Idunna was snatched by Loki, the gods' beauty began to fade rapidly. After holding a meeting to discuss her disappearance, they discover that she was last seen with Loki, and they go after him. Loki then changed the goddess and her apples into a nut and flew away with them. Idunna is the embodiment of the strength and vitality of youth, that which keeps the worlds strong and fruitful. Her very name means "the renewing one". Both apples and nuts are signs, not merely of fruitfulness, but specifically of life springing forth again from death. |
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LokiGod of Mischief |
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Loki is the trickster. Easily bored, he spends his time playing practical jokes. He teaches that life should be looked at from all angles, in order to find solutions to problems that others may not have thought of. Be careful not to offend him. |
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NerthusThe Earth Goddess, Erce |
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Nerthus is the Earth Goddess, who was said to have traveled through Denmark in a wagon, from which she blessed people with peace and prosperity, happiness and fertility. She is the Earth mother that rules over Midgard and was one of the Vanir Deities of the Norse pantheon. She is often considered to be the sister and wife of Njord, mother of Freyja and Frey. She is also associated with witchcraft, wealth and purification. |
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NjordGod of the Sea and Winds |
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Njord is the god of the sea and winds. He is the father of Frey and Freya. Those who wish to make their living from the sea would do well to honor him. |
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OdinThe All Father |
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Odin, the all-father, commanded the Valkyries, who carried out his orders on the battlefield unquestioningly. He lost his eye drinking from the well of Mimir, which made him eternally wise. He hung himself on the tree Yggdrasil for nine days in order to obtain the secret of the runes. He is the god of War, and of wisdom. His steed, Sleipnir, had eight hooves and was the swiftest of all stallions. He was also the God of Poetry because he was able to steal the "Poets mead" which was from the divine source. |
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OdurGod of the Sun |
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Odur is often considered to be another aspect of Odin. He is the husband of Freya, however he left her after she was discovered sleeping with four dwarves. He teaches respects, and that duty and responsibility bring joy when they are accepted gladly. |
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SifGoddess of Excellence |
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Sif is the wife of Thor. Goddess of Excellence and skill in battle, she is also the protector of abused women, and those wounded in battle. Anyone wishing to seek escape or protection from an abusive mate might want to ask her assistance. |
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SkadhiGoddess of the Mountains |
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Skadi came to Asgard in search of revenge for the death of her father at the hands of Thor. She was married to Njord, and they continually moved back and forth between Asgard and Jorunheim. This motion created the seasons. Skadi is Goddess of the mountains, and anyone who makes their living hunting and herding would be favored by her. |
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SurturLord of the Fire Giants |
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It is said that, at Ragnarok, Surtur will set the world on fire, burning it away to make room for the next creation. Firemen and anyone who deals with flammable substances or explosives should appease Surtur regularly. |
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ThorGod of Thunder |
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One of the best known of the gods of Asgard, Thor is the God of Thunder; the Guardian of Asgard. He is a great warrior, and admires courage in battle, regardless of how the fight goes. Those requiring courage (or calm weather!) should honor Thor, who was always seen to behave benevolently toward mankind. |
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ThrymLord of the Frost Giants |
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Whereas Surtur would burn the world, Thrym would freeze it. Thrym's cold, silent winter are the enemy of Thor's chaotic, turbulent storms. Appease Thrym if you need relief from cold weather! |
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TyrGod of Courage and Strategy |
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Tyr is the most courageous of the gods. He lost his right hand to Fenrir the wolf while the gods bound the son of Loki. Tyr teaches self sacrifice, courage, order and strategy. Anyone needing more strength in these areas should consort with Tyr. |
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UllerGod of Hunting |
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Uller teaches respect for wildlife and nature. He is the god of hunting. The quietness of winter is his domain. When you have to go it alone, take on challenges by yourself with no one to help you, call on Uller. |
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