In Norse lore, Thor is a hammer wielding storm god associated with thunder, lightning storms, oak trees, might, he protects the Æsir Gods, their fortress Asgard. Thor’s father is Odin. His better-half is Jörd which together produced two sons Móði (meaning Courage) and Magni (meaning Strength) They also have a daughter named Pruðr which means Power. Together they dwell in a place called Prúðvangr. There Thor has a great Hall called Bilskirnir , that allegedly has five hundred doors.
Thor owns two pet goats named Tanngrisnir means Teeth-barer and Tanngnjóstr meaning Teeth-gnasher that pulls Thor’s chariot when he journeys throughout the nine worlds. Thor owns three unique accessories, a belt that aids in making him stronger, iron gloves for swinging his mighty hammer Mjöllnir. Thor battles several giants with his trusty hammer.
His day is Thursday originated from old Norse Thorsdag so have a thunderous day! 💥
Art :Thor’s Fight with the Giants (1872) by Mårten Eskil Winge.
Source & Reference:
- Ellis Davidson, H. R. (1975). Scandinavian Mythology. Paul Hamlyn. ISBN 0-600-03637-5.
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