Norse Mythology ~ Goddess Hel Jewelry Single Ring
Norse Mythology ~ Goddess Hel Jewelry Single Ring
Hel ~ Norse Goddess of Death ~ One of the first times this Norse Goddess of Death was mentioned was in the 13 century by Snorri Sturluson. He was an Icelandic Scholar who was responsible for recording parts of Norse Mythology as we know it today. Hel is the daughter of infamous trickster god Loki and the giantess Angrboda (Old Norse Angrboða, “Anguish-boding”), which would also make her the sister of the wolf Fenrir and the world serpent, Jormungandr!
By noticing her other family members, you will see that she is a force to be reckoned with. Her entire family is completely dangerous and some of those family members play a big part in some of the most destructive tales of Norse Mythology. Hel being a goddess of the dead is known to be harsh and cruel, but we do not know very much about her.
Snorri described her as being a half white, and half black creature split down the middle with a terrifying and fierce look on her face. The main myth in which Hel plays a leading role is in the Death of Baldur. The shining and loved Baldur was slain by the doings of Loki. The gods sent Hermod to Hel as a delegate in hopes of bringing Baldur back to Asgard. Hel was not one to quit, nor to give up this prized possession (Baldur) so foolishly.
She informed Hermod that she would only release Baldur from the realm of the dead, only if every single being in the cosmos wept for Baldrs return. Hermod told the other gods the news, and there was one giantess who refused to weep, which we believe was most likely Loki in disguise! He was a professional shapeshifter afterall! Needless to say, Baldur never made it out of Hel.
Specs:
*Style: Pagan, Hel, Amulet
*Metal: 316L Stainless Steel
*Color: Silver
*Quantity: 1 Piece
*Ring Size: Available in US Size 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13
*Please note: All weights and sizes are approximate.
