Thor (from Old Norse: Þórr) is a prominent god in Germanic paganism. In Norse mythology, he is a hammer-wielding god associated with lightning, thunder, storms, sacred groves and trees, strength, the protection of humankind, hallowing, and fertility.

Thor, the brawny thunder god, is the archetype of a loyal and honorable warrior, the ideal toward which the average human warrior aspired. He’s the indefatigable defender of the Aesir gods and their fortress, Asgard, from the encroachments of the giants, who are usually (although far from invariably) the enemies of the gods.

2022年12月8日 · A paragon of strength and masculine virility, the storm god Thor was the fiercest of Norse deities. He was the son of Odin, the “all-father,” and a member of the Aesir tribe of deities. Among his many abilities, Thor commanded …

2024年12月15日 · Thor is the god of thunder and strength. Son of Odin and Jord, husband to Sif, he among the most prominent deities in the Norse mythology.

2024年12月13日 · Thor, deity common to all the early Germanic peoples, a great warrior represented as a red-bearded, middle-aged man of enormous strength, an implacable foe to the harmful race of giants but benevolent toward mankind. His figure was generally secondary to that of the god Odin, who in some traditions.

2024年10月28日 · Thor, the God of Thunder, stands as one of the most recognizable figures in Norse mythology. Known for his immense strength and courage, he is a protector of both gods and humans. The Viking Age saw Thor revered as a symbol of bravery and resilience, embodying the warrior spirit that characterized the Norse people.

2024年10月29日 · Thor, known as the God of Thunder, is one of the most revered deities in Norse mythology. His significance extends beyond mere strength; he embodies protection, bravery, and the power of natural elements.

Thor was the strongest of the Aesir, the collective name for the the principal race of Norse gods; they who lived in Asgard, and with the All-Father Odin, ruled the lives of mortal men. Known as the god of thunder, his hall is Bilskirnir, which is located …

2023年12月6日 · Revered in Norse culture, Thor is not just a deity of storms but a protector of humanity, wielding his mighty hammer, Mjölnir. This article aims to delve deep into Thor’s mythological roots, exploring his significance in Norse lore and his …

2021年4月19日 · 10 best known myths featuring the Norse God of Thunder Thor including his battles with Hrungnir and Jörmungand; his adventures with Loki; and his missing hammer.