The Horse In Nordic Mythology
The horse in Nordic mythology is the most important animal in terms of its role, both in the texts, Edda, Eddas and saga, and in representations and Horse worship, cults. Almost always named, the horse is associated with the gods Æsir and Vanir, with Hero, heroes or their enemies in Norse mythology, Nordic mythology. The horse is more than just a means of transport, as it is at the heart of numerous fertility rituals in connection with the god Freyr. Closely associated with the cosmogony of the ancient Germanic-Scandinavians and with profound Shamanism, shamanic symbolism, this psychopomp is entrusted with the task of carrying the dead to Valhalla. The horse pulls the chariot of the Sól (Germanic mythology), sun and Máni, moon and lights up the world with its mane. It is linked to many vital elements, such as light, air, water and fire. The male horse is also highly valued in comparison with the mare. This importance in the founding texts and sagas reflects the high value of the ...
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Ardre Odin Sleipnir
Ardre may refer to: * Ardre (river), a fifth order river in France * Ardre, Gotland, a settlement in Sweden * 10130 Ardre, a main-belt asteroid * Ardre image stones, a collection of Viking rune and image stones See also

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