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Germanic mythology is a collection of stories and beliefs that belonged to the Germanic peoples. This includes groups like the Norse, Anglo-Saxons, and other Continental Germanic tribes. These myths were an important part of their old religious practices, known as Germanic paganism.
These stories tell about gods, goddesses, heroes, and magical creatures. They explain how people thought the world worked and why things happened. Many of these tales have been passed down through generations and are still studied and enjoyed today.
One of the most famous parts of Germanic mythology is Norse mythology, which includes well-known figures like Odin, Thor, and Loki. These myths also cover important ideas such as courage, fate, and the relationship between humans and the divine.
Origins
As the Germanic languages grew from the Proto-Indo-European language, the stories and beliefs of Germanic mythology also developed from Proto-Indo-European mythology. Old drawings, called petroglyphs, found in Scandinavia show that these myths have been part of life since at least the time of the Nordic Bronze Age.
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