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Performance of the opening strophe of 'Vǫluspá' by Hanna Marti
The opening stanza of a performance of the Eddic poem Vǫluspá by Hanna Marti of Sequentia, at the 'Old Norse Poetry in Performance' Conference in Oxford, Friday, 24 June organised by Annemari Ferreira andBrian John McMahon. For more…
Snorra Edda: Seminar Questions - Myth and Snorra Edda
Seminar questions about the role of myth and mythology in Snorra Edda.
The Stora Hammars I image stone
One of four early Viking-Age picture stones from Stora Hammars in Gotland, featuring scenes of battle, and imagery interpreted as having a mythical or religious referent. Dated to c. 550 - 799AD.For a series of high res images, see…
Hurstwic: Religion in the Viking Age
This is the first in a series of presentations for the Hurstwic Heathen Study Group, an organization that meets monthly for informal presentations and discussions on topics of interest to heathens and to anyone with a passion for Norse-related…
Comic: Vikings versus Unicorns
A comic about a world where Vikings must fight off unicorns hungry for human flesh and bent on destroying humanity.
Words on Words: The Meaning of Ragnarok
A blog post about what Ragnarok means by Professor Judith Jesch of the University of Nottingham.
Adelsö by Justin Quinn: a poem in The New Yorker
This is a link to a the poem Adelsö, by Justin Quinn, which was printed in the 22 August 2016 edition of The New Yorker magazine. It uses Norse mythology to talk about climate change.
Amber Thor's hammer
Amber Thor's hammer from Hedeby. It is currently exhibited in the Viking Museum Haithabu.
Placemat depicting Odin riding Sleipnir
A textile placemat in a series by Leif Thesen (Oslo), depicting Odin riding Sleipnir
Norse Gods Pin-Up Calendar
A humorous pin-up calendar featuring the Norse gods.
Handmade cushion with John Bauer Norse mythology images
This is a handmade cushion received by the contributor Alison Killilea. It is decorated with several images of Norse mythology by Swedish artist John Bauer (1882-1918)
Thor's Hammer Tattoo with Runes
Tattoo of Thor's hammer (Mjölnir) designed by Oliver Hansen and featuring an inscription in older futhark runes.
News: A Norse temple for the 21st century
An article about the resurgence of Norse paganism in Iceland.
Logo of Överhogdal
Trademarked symbol of Överhogdal village, based on an image of a tree (possibly Yggdrasill) on one of the Överhogdal tapestries.
Dramatic Reading of 'Skírnismál' (the curse)
A performance of the Eddic poem 'Skírnismál' by postgraduates of the Faculty of English at the University of Oxford, during the Old Norse Poetry in Performance (ONPIP) Conference at Somerville College, Friday 24 June. This extract is from the curse…
Dramatic Reading of 'Skírnismál' (opening lines)
A performance of the Eddic poem 'Skírnismál' by postgraduates of the Faculty of English at the University of Oxford, during the Old Norse Poetry in Performance (ONPIP) Conference at Somerville College, Friday 24 June. These are the opening lines.
M/V Thor Magni in Cork Harbour
M/V Thor Magni, a research/survey vessel, belonging to Thor Offshore which works with the oil industry. The company name is a direct reference to the Norse god Thor and is derived from "Hósvík", which means Thor's creek, where the company is based…
Radio Ratatosk
One of the displays at Vikingskipshuset is Radio Ratatosk. Ratatosk is the squirrel that runs up and down Yggdrasill carrying tales and gossip from top to to bottom. Here he tells you the latest news about the wolf Fenris, the Midgard serpent and…
Ringhorne: Boat Name with Rune-like Script
A boat with a rune-like script for its name. Ringhorne is the modern Norwegian version of Hringhorni, the name of Balder's ship. Hringhorni was supposed to be the largest ship in Asgard.
Thor Boat on River Ouse, York
A boat named Thor spotted on the River Ouse, York, during a Dinner Cruise.