Hávamál: Odin’s Ancient Wisdom - A Powerful Tribute to Norse Mythology

Hávamál from Eddukvæði has 164 verses and here are just a few, It is written in old Norse which is almost the same as modern Icelandic language.
Hávamál means «Odin’s speech», or words of the High One.
It is advices for life.
This video features a striking image of Ask and Embla, the first humans in Norse mythology, alongside a hauntingly beautiful rendition of the opening verses from Hávamál, the ancient wisdom poem from the Poetic Edda.
Ask and Embla created by the gods from two trees.
The Poetic Edda is one of the most important sources of Norse mythology and early Scandinavian literature. It is a collection of Old Norse poems that were preserved in the Codex Regius, a manuscript dating back to the 13th century, though the poems themselves are much older. The Poetic Edda is divided into two main parts: the mythological and the heroic.
Hávamál (The Sayings of the High One): Attributed to Odin, this poem is a collection of proverbs, wisdom, and moral advice. It touches on themes like hospitality, self-reliance, and the importance of knowledge.
The song sets a contemplative tone, with its solemn melody.
As the verses of Hávamál unfold, the video offers a blend of Norse lore and timeless wisdom, inviting viewers to reflect on the deep themes of knowledge, survival, and the human condition. It's a powerful, atmospheric tribute to ancient mythology and the wisdom that transcends time.
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