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Svipdagsmál (The Lay of Svipdagr) | Grógaldr (The Spell of Gróa) & Fjölsvinnsmál (The Lay of Fjölsvinn) | The Poetic Edda Translated by Henry A. Bellows | Recorded by Folkbuilder Nicholas Rice Svipdagsmál follows the protagonist Svipdag's quest to reunite with his beloved, Menglad, who is imprisoned in a castle surrounded by magical barriers. The narrative unfolds as Svipdag seeks guidance from his deceased mother, Gróa, a powerful sorceress. The poem is structured as a series of dialogues between Svipdag and various supernatural beings, including his mother Gróa, a giantess named Fjölsviðr, and Menglad herself. Each encounter provides Svipdag with magical tools and knowledge to overcome the challenges blocking his path to Menglad. Svipdagsmál involves exploring its mythical and symbolic elements. The quest motif is prevalent, reflecting the hero's journey through the supernatural realm to achieve a significant goal. Svipdag's interactions with magical beings and the acquisition of powerful artifacts represent the archetypal hero's progression, gaining wisdom and tools for the ultimate confrontation. The poem delves into Norse cosmology and the boundary between the mortal and divine realms. Svipdag's journey takes him through otherworldly landscapes and brings him into contact with various entities, showcasing the rich tapestry of Norse mythology. The themes of love, destiny, and the challenges faced by the hero are central to the narrative. Svipdag's commitment to reuniting with Menglad, despite the obstacles, emphasizes the enduring power of love and the hero's determination. Svipdagsmál is a mythic poem that weaves together elements of the hero's journey, Norse cosmology, and themes of love and destiny. Its exploration of the supernatural realm and the hero's encounters with mythical beings adds depth to the rich tapestry of Norse mythology. Don't forget to Like, Comment, and Subscribe! Subscribe ▻ http://www.youtube.com/c/AsatruFolkAssembly/ AFA Website ▻ http://www.runestone.org/ Asatru Academy ▻ http://www.asatruacademy.org/ Odinshof ▻ http://www.odinshof.org/ Thorshof ▻ http://www.thorshof.com/ Baldrshof ▻ http://www.baldrshof.org/ Njordshof ▻ http://www.njordshof.org/ Bitchute ▻ https://www.bitchute.com/channel/asatrufolkassembly/ Entropy ▻ http://EntropyStream.live/app/MattFlavel Gab ▻ https://gab.com/AsatruFolkAssembly Gettr ▻ https://gettr.com/user/asatru_folk_assembly LinkedIn ▻ https://www.linkedin.com/company/asatru-folk-assembly/ MeWe ▻ https://mewe.com/p/asatrufolkassembly Minds ▻ https://www.minds.com/asatru_folk_assembly/ Odysee ▻ https://odysee.com/@AsatruFolkAssembly:e Parler ▻ https://parler.com/asatrufolkassembly Pinterist ▻ https://www.pinterest.com/asatrufolkassembly/ Rumble ▻ https://rumble.com/c/c-760937 Spotify ▻ https://tinyurl.com/4a68n89f/ Telegram ▻ https://t.me/+WSYA1haLhVU0H9C2 Twitter ▻ http://twitter.com/FolkAsatru/ VK ▻ https://vk.com/asatrufolkassembly/ YouTube ▻ https://www.youtube.com/@AsatruFolkAssembly Twitch ▻ https://www.twitch.tv/victoryneversleeps/ Music from: Slavic, Nordic Medieval Bundle - Copyright Free Vol. 4 by Relaxation Harmony @ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZYqOwQR59klsl-Yv-zO8ZA/ Original Artist: Music by 'Tubersongs by Ean Grimm' | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmkKBaX2j0ZINbMhvv92wNA

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