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Feb 16, 2021 · The Valkyries on the Battlefield. The Valkyries are most well-known for the role they played in battle. Their name comes from two Old Norse words, valr referring to those who died in battle and kjosa meaning “to choose.”. They were the “choosers of the slain.”. The Valkyries appeared at the scene of battle.
A valkyrie (pronounced “VAL-ker-ee”; Old Norse valkyrja, plural valkyrjur, “choosers of the fallen”) is a female helping spirit of the god Odin. The modern image of the valkyries as elegant, noble maidens bearing dead heroes to Valhalla is largely accurate for what it is, but a highly selective portrayal that exaggerates their pleasant qualities. To … Continue reading Valkyries →
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Jun 18, 2017 · Physical Description. The Valkyries’ nobility is reflected in their appearance. They have lily-white skin and statuesque figures. Their hair can be gold as the sunlight or black as the night. During times of peace, these women wear elegant costumes made from swan or raven feathers, but when war draws near, they don their armor: gracefully ...
Mar 7, 2023 · The term "Valkyrie" is rooted in Old Norse, traditionally interpreted to signify "chooser of the slain," "selector of the fallen," or simply, "fallen warriors." The etymological breakdown reveals two root words: "valr," encapsulating the notions of "the slain" or "the fallen," and "kýrja," conveying the actions "to choose" or "to decide."
Valkyrie. The Ride of the Valkyrs by John Charles Dollman, 1909. In Norse mythology, the Valkyries are female warrior deities who serve Odin (the chief god in Norse pantheon). According to the Prose Edda, “Odin sends [the Valkyries] to every battle. They allot death to men and govern victory.”.
Sep 20, 2022 · The Valkyrie is depicted as a strong, powerful woman with influence over life and death, even today. It may seem strange that a culture so infamous for its physical dominance would hold women in ...
Jul 23, 2023 · The Valkyrie image could have been inspired by Celtic heroines like The Morrigan or Queen Maeve, given the established trade relations between Celts and Scandinavians. Additionally, Norse women in the Viking Age were known to possess warrior capabilities, adding to the enigmatic allure of the Valkyries of Norse mythology.
