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Odin

Overview of Odin Norse God

Odin Norse god is one of the major gods. Odin is considered as the head of the Norse Pantheon of gods. He is part of Aesir or Aces, a family of gods from Asgard world.

Odin god has a foundational role as he participated in the creation of the World along with his two brothers Vili and Ve according to Norse Mythology.

Odin is known for his multifaceted archetype, which includes sage, warrior, explorer, shaman, father, and even trickster.

Odin, the Norse god, has a strong association with Norse Runes, as he is the one who got to know them and gave them to humans.

Odin’s influence is also seen in the naming of Wednesday, which is derived from Old English “Wōdnesdæg,” which means “Woden’s day.” Woden is the Anglo-Saxon equivalent of the Norse god Odin.

Basic Info about Odin Norse Mythology God

ParentsBor and Bestla
Brothers and SistersVili and Ve.
SpouseFrigg
Other PartnersRindr, Jord
ChildrenThor, Baldr, Vídar, Vali, Hodr
ArtifactsDraupnir
WeaponsGungnir
Retinue and CompanionsSleipnir, Hugin and Munin, Geri and Freki
AssociationsHead of The Norse Pantheon of Gods, Chief of The Gods, The Wisest of the Wisest, One-eyed God
ArchetypesKing, Wisdom and Knowledge, Visionary Leadership, War and Death, Shaman and Magic, Fate and Destiny, Wanderer and Explorer, Father and Allfather, Transformation, Trickster
ResidencyAsgard
Notable Stories World Creating
NatureMale

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