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Norse Mythology

image of ancient drawing of Norse ship Norse mythology includes the tales from North Germanic countries such as, Sweden, Norway, Iceland, Denmark, and the Farce Islands. These Norse stories date back to the pre-Christian times in the age of the Vikings. Norse mythology is the foundation of stories like Tolkien's Lord of the Rings and the Poetic Edds. Keep reading to learn more about the adventures of the Norse heroes, gods, and other characters, such as Odin, Thor, and dwarves.

Essential Questions:

  • How did the Scandinavian culture value Norse mythology?
  • What were the important themes of Norse mythology?
  • How has Norse mythology impacted other cultures?

Key Terms

Yggdrasil: the tree of the nine worlds in Norse mythology

Ginnungagap: the vast emptiness that begins the Norse creation story

Poetic Edda: compilation of Old Norse poetry, from unknown authors

Viking: Norse explorer, warrior, or pirate, known for longships and raids

Longship: a Viking boat

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