THE VIKING UNIVERSE

THE VIKINGS believed the universe was ruled over by many gods and goddesses, and that amazing creatures lived in its various parts. At the centre of the universe was Yggdrasil, an ash tree that held everything together. Humans lived in Midgard, which was surrounded by an ocean containing a giant serpent. The gods were found in Asgard and Vanaheim, while giants, trolls and other dreadful beings lived in separate kingdoms. At the bottom of the tree was Niflheim, an icy place of eternal darkness. The Chief Gods The most important Viking god was Odin, whose one eye was said to blaze like the sun. The god of war and wisdom, Odin was thought to possess many amazing powers. Thor, the god of thunder, was incredibly strong though not as clever as Odin.…

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All About History Book of Vikings (Digital) - 1 Issue, 4th Edition

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