ANTIQUE NAUTICALS Viking Troll Cross Pendant Iron Hand Made

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Known as Odin's knot, Valknut is without a doubt one of the most renowned symbols of Norse mythology. The word "valknut" originates from words valr (meaning slain warrior) and knut (meaning knot).

You may have driven Trollstigen or hiked to the Troll's Tongue, but how much do you know about the mythology? So, the deeper meaning of the Helm of Awe symbol might be to beat any obstacle that fate puts down on your path through the hardening of your soul and mind.+ As of the animals most often linked with the Vikings, the raven deserves its spot on our list. If you are wondering why ravens were so popular with the Vikings, here is the answer:

The Huginn and Muninn Symbol

The axe symbol stands for strength and bravery. Its deeper meaning can be interpreted as the ability of one's heart or mind to cut through any obstacles on their life path. Another connection with bears comes from berserkers. They were Viking warriors who would fight in a state of ecstatic fury and frenzy. Berserkers would often fight in front of the shield wall, to inspire their allies and to terrify their foes with their bravery. It was also believed that he used Mjölnir to bless marriages during which he provided the couple with fertility. During World War II, a certain group that was super into their race and heritage adopted the Odal rune as their own. That’s right– the Nazis. In fact, an Odal rune with little feet on the end was the symbol of the 7th SS Volunteer Mountain Division Prinz Eugen, a mounted infantry division conscripted from Eastern Europe. Following the war, it made its way to various Neo-Nazi and hate groups throughout the decades, including the White Liberation Movement, the most far-right organization in South Africa.

Kari’s troll cross is a piece of metal curved into a circle with its two ends twisting into loops on either side of the circle. Simply put, it’s a modern jewelry piece made to resemble an ancient Norse symbol. In fact, Viking warriors used to wear Thor’s Hammer as an amulet during battle to provide protection.Huginn and Muninn flew around the world during the day and returned to Odin in the evening to tell him all they saw.