Odin: Seeker of Knowledge

 

One of the most prevalent myths in Norse mythology is Odin’s visit to Mimir’s well. In the myth, Odin visits the well for he knows that a drink of the well’s water will give him knowledge of the future. The price? Odin must sacrifice an eye. The myth is demonstrative of an important value in Scandinavian society: learning. Vikings, while known for their conquering virtues, were also very interested in learning about the world. From their travels they brought back new knowledge which helped them in metal work, agricultural practices, building and crafts, among other things. These were by no means an unenlightened people, despite what the Christian chronicles might want their readers to think.

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