Norse Mythology Research Paper

Norse Mythology stems from Germany paganism and Christianity. It also extends to Scandinavian Folklore of the current century. The Norse are also considered the Vikings in the middle ages. Like any other branch of mythology, it tells about certain gods or heroes. I chose Norse mythology because I am part German and to know some of the culture and religion is stemmed from these stories are fascinating. I also have watched many shows or heard stories about Odin, Thor, and Loki, so to me these Viking Deities have always left interest and curiosity of who they really are to me.
Odin is the son of Bor and Bestla and is considered the highest of the gods in Norse Mythology. It is said that he created the world by killing the frost giant Ymir and the bones and flesh of the giant is how the world was created. “…Presiding over art, war, wisdom and death. He Resided in Valhalla, where warriors went after they were slain.” (Odin, behind the name: the etymology and history of first names.) Valhalla was a hall built for heroes and warriors who had been killed during battle, and it would
“He once aided Harald, a Danish King, instructing him in tactics and granting him victories for years, In the king’s final battle however, Odin took the place of Heralds charioteer and drove the king to his demise.” (ancient mythology.com, Odin/Norse myth) He is known throughout history as the God of wisdom and knowledge. To receive more wisdom, he had removed his eye to give to the well of Mimir. There are other stories, such as the one where he had chosen to hang himself from the world tree Yggdrasil, stab himself with the spear he carries and then not eat or drink for nine days straight so that he could find the Runes. All his actions are based purely on the fact that he wants to gain as much wisdom as one