Andlang – Spiritual Heaven And Shelter For The Dead After Ragnarok In Norse Mythology
Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - The concept of life after death is often mentioned in Norse mythology, and there are several stories about the journeys of the dead and souls in Norse Sagas.
The afterlife is interesting because it reflects some of the deepest beliefs of the Norse people. For example, the Vikings were convinced that if they died as heroes in a battle, they would be granted access to Valhalla, where God Odin ruled.
Valhalla was a reward for the most challenging struggles, wounds, and, finally, death. Knowing you would enjoy this gigantic and majestic chamber of the fallen heroes, warriors, and mighty chiefs motivated Vikings to become fierce warriors, and they certainly didn't fear death.
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