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The Norse Pantheon: Crash Course World Mythology
This week, we're headed north. To check out the gods of the Northmen. Or the Norse. That's right, we're talking Thor, Loki, Freyr, Freya, Odin, Frigg, Baldr, and Tyr. And Fenrir. And the Frost Giants. There's a lot to cover here, and...
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Ragnarok: Crash Course World Mythology
Ragnarok! It's the end of the world, Norse style. It's got everything you want in an apocalypse. Earthquakes, destruction, armies of the dead, a giant evil wolf, giants with flaming swords, and a kind of happy ending. It's got it all....
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The myth of Loki and the deadly mistletoe | Iseult Gillespie
Baldur was the gentlest and most beloved being in all of Asgard. But lately, he had been plagued by gruesome visions foretelling his own imminent death. Determined to protect her son from these grim prophecies, Queen Frigg travelled...
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Hermes and Loki and Tricksters Part 2: Crash Course World Mythology
In which Mike Rugnetta continues to teach you about tricksters. In this episode, we're talking about tricksters as culture heroes. Basically, a culture hero is someone whose creativity adds to their mythological culture. We'll learn how...
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TED-Ed: The myth of Loki's monstrous children | Iseult Gillespie
Odin, the king of Asgard, was plagued by nightmares. Three fearsome figures haunted his dreams: a massive, writhing shadow; a shambling, rotting corpse; and worst of all, a monstrous beast with a deadly bite. Though their true forms were...
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Mythical Horses: Crash Course World Mythology #37
Horses have been human companions for thousands of years, and have been essential companions and tools for the development of human culture. So, it makes sense that horses would make their way into our most important stories. Today,...
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Jotnar: The Giants of Norse Mythology - (Norse Mythology Explained)
Today we take a look at the Jotnar of Norse mythology in our attempts to better understand the misunderstood race. If you have enjoyed this video, please leave a like as it helps a lot. ►BUY OUR NOVEL...
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Jörmungandr: The Great Serpent Of Norse Mythology - (Norse Mythology Explained)
It's been a while since we last looked as some Norse Mythology. So today we can take a look at another child of Loki, Jormungand and his bitter rivalry with Thor. Support the Channel - https://www.patreon.com/MythologyExplained If you...
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TED-Ed: The Norse myth that inspired "The Lord of the Rings" | Iseult Gillespie
The dwarves were master craftspeople. One dwarf, Andvari, forged marvelous creations. He often took the form of a fish and, one day, he swam to the land of the water nymphs, who guarded mounds of gold. When the nymphs laughed at his...
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TED-Ed: The myth of Loki and the master builder | Alex Gendler
Asgard, a realm of wonders, was where the Norse Gods made their home. There Odin's great hall of Valhalla towered above the mountains and Bifrost, the rainbow bridge, anchored itself. Though their domain was magnificent, it stood...
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Mythical Trees: Crash Course World Mythology
This week on CC Myth, Mike Rugnetta is teaching you about mythical trees. There are lots of trees in myth, and we've touched on some of them before, but today we're going to focus on three trees from three different traditions. We'll...
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The Dying God: Crash Course World Mythology
This week on Crash Course World Mythology, it's the Circle of Life. And Death. And sometimes, Life again. Mike Rugnetta is teaching you about Dying Gods, by which I mean gods that die, and then return to life. You'll learn about the Corn...
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Earth Mothers and Rebellious Sons - Creation Part 3: Crash Course World Mythology
So, we're still talking about sex this week, but we're talking about Earth Mothers and their children. We'll start with Gaia, and her son Kronos, who had a classic childhood rebellion, and castrated his father. We'll also get into...
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Snakes: Mythology, Symbolism, and Misconceptions
This video explores the diverse cultural and mythological significance of snakes throughout history. It also discusses the modern-day issues surrounding snake keeping as pets and the misconceptions that contribute to their negative...
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The Vikings! - Crash Course World History 224
In which John Green teaches you about Vikings! That's right, one of our most requested subjects, the Vikings, right here on Crash Course. So what's the deal with Vikings? Well, the stuff you've heard about them may not be true. The...
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Trolls - The Origins of Europe's Man Eating Monsters - (Exploring Scandinavian Folklore)
Mythology & Fiction Explained explores the folklore and numerous legends surrounding Trolls
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Who are the Valkyries? - Exploring the Mythology Behind God of War 4 (SPOILERS)
Today we take a look at the Valkyries, how they appeared in God of War and how they were depicted in traditional Norse mythology. ➧ Support the Channel Via Patreon https://www.patreon.com/MythologyExplained ➧ Merch -...
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Thor: The Mighty God of Thunder - (Norse Mythology Explained)
Today we take a look at a much requested Norse God, Thor the mighty God of thunder. If you have enjoyed this video, please leave a like as it helps a lot. ►SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE VIDEOS! ►►► https://goo.gl/j5qJPy FOR MORE VIDEOS CHECK OUT MY...
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The Birth of Sleipnir "The Best Horse of All" & The Asgard Fortification - (Norse Myth Explained)
Today we take a look at the eight legged horse Sleipnir and the story of the Asgard Fortification that ultimately led to his birth. If you have enjoyed this video, please leave a like as it helps a lot. ►BUY OUR NOVEL...
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The Norse Berserker Warriors - Norse Mythology Explained
The Norse Berserkers was some of the fiercest warriors to possibly exist, but were they emboldened by the spirits of animals or just insane? If you enjoy mythology and folklore and want to learn more. Please consider subscribing to the...
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The Creation of the Universe - Norse Mythology
Today we take a closer look at how the universe was created in Norse Mythology. If you enjoy mythology and folklore and want to learn more. Please consider subscribing to the channel to keep up to date with all the latest uploads and...
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The Nine Worlds of Norse Mythology
Today we take a quick look at the nine worlds in Norse Mythology and the Gods, creatures and being that inhabit them. If you enjoy mythology and folklore and want to learn more. Please consider subscribing to the channel to keep up to...
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Fenrir The Lord of Wolves - Norse Mythology
Fenrir is the most well known and misunderstood wolf in Norse Mythology. Today we talk about his lore and the role he played in the Ragnarok. If you enjoy mythology and folklore and want to learn more. Please consider subscribing to the...
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The Greek Riddle Sphinx: The Story of Oedipus and the Sphinx - (Greek Mythology Explained)
Today we take a look at another creature in Greek mythology, the Sphinx that was said to have terrorised the ancient city of Thebes asking travels a set of riddles. Those who answered answered incorrectly would be devoured. #Mythology...
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