Here is a short list of some of the Norse Gods, starting with the Aesir Gods.
Odin (Óðinn), the Allfather, also known as Wotan or Wodan, was the Ruler of all the Norse gods and goddesses in Asgard. Odin wielded a magical spear called Gungnir that never misses its target and rode an eight-legged horse named Sleipnir (Icelandic ponies have a four-beat lateral ambling gait called a 'super tölt' that makes them appear to have eight legs). Odin was a seeker in knowledge and even sacrificed one of his eyes at Mimir's Well for the secret of the runes. Odin also has two ravens, named Huginn and Muninn ("Thought" and "Memory"), whom fly around World each day and then report all the World's happenings to Odin at night. The Valknut (slain warrior's knot) is a symbol consisting of three interlaced triangles that is associated with Odin.
The Valknut – The Slain Warrior's Knot of Odin.
Odin is also the god of war, whom often instigates battles by throwing down his spear. It is Odin, whom commands the Valkyries – the shield maidens that collect the bravest amongst the dead to bring them to the Halls of Vahalla.
Frigg, also known as Frigga, was the wife of Odin and Queen of Asgard, the Realm of the Aesir gods. Although her husband Odin had many children, Frigg was the mother of Baldur. The day of the week Friday is named after this goddess, Frigg's Day.
Thor (Þórr), also known as Þunor, ðunor, Donar, Thunar, and Þunraz was the son of Odin and was known as the thunder god. Thor was the strongest god and wielded the hammer, Mjölnir. The symbol of Thor is the hammer, most commonly worn during the period of Norse Christianization as a form of defiance. The day of the Week, Thursday, is named after this god, Thor's Day.
Tyr (Týr), also known...
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...r Fólkvangr and where she receives half of those whom die in battle (the other half go to Valhalla, Odin's hall). She also accepts women that have suffered noble deaths into the halls of Fólkvangr. She is also known for her magical cloak of falcon feathers that she occasionally loans to the other gods when they need it.
Skade (Skaði), also known as Skaoi, Skadi, Skade, Skathi. Öndurguð, or Öndurdís. She is a jötunn and goddess associated with winter, the mountains, skiing, and bowhunting. She was married to the god Njörðr.
Odr (Óðr), also known as Óð or Od. Freyja's husband and often referred to as the strange double of Odin.
Gerda (Gerðr), also known as Gerd or Gerth. Gerda is a jötunn, Vanir Goddess, and the wife of Freyr.
There are so many more Norse gods, but to list them all and talk more about each of them and tell their stories, is a large book by itself.
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also the goddess of war and the patroness of arts and crafts. Which led her to be a great leader
When we look at Greek Mythology we often run into the gods of that era. Sometimes they are merely backdrops to the human element of the story but in stories such as The Odyssey the gods play a prominent if not vital role to the central themes of the story.
There are many gods that play a role in the Aeneid. The main ones are Jupiter, king of all deities, Juno the divine antagonist of Aeneas’ destiny and Venus, his mother and his main protector. There are also the lesser gods such as Neptune, Aeolus, and Mercury, who serve as instruments for the main gods to meddle in the events of the story.
Odin is the ruler of the gods in Norse mythology. He was stuck by his own spear pinned to the World Tree. There he learned nine songs and eighteen runes. Odin lives in Asgard; from his throne he observes everything that happens in the nine worlds. Valhalla is a hall in Asgard where the dead warriors are taken; Odin is also known to reside there (pantheon/odin).
Thor is the Norse God of Thunder. He is also a Deity of lightning, storms, Oak trees, farmers, fertility, strength, destruction, healing and death. Thor is also a protector of mankind and is very loyal to his father Odin and the Aesir Gods. In the past, he came to their defence any time it was needed, no matter how far away he was or what else he was doing. His family always comes first.