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      • In Norse mythology, Niflheim was the freezing, dark, and misty world of the dead, ruled over by the goddess Hel. Niflheim and Muspelheim originate from Ginnungagap (the “yawning void” or “gaping abyss”).
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  3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › NiflheimNiflheim - Wikipedia

    In Norse cosmology, Niflheim or Niflheimr (Old Norse: [ˈnivlˌhɛimz̠]; "World of Mist", [1] literally "Home of Mist") is a location which sometimes overlaps with the notions of Niflhel and Hel. The name Niflheimr appears only in two extant sources: Gylfaginning and the much-debated Hrafnagaldr Óðins.

  4. norse-mythology.org › the-nine-worlds › niflheimNiflheim - Norse Mythology for Smart People

    Niflheim (pronounced “NIF-el-hame;” from Old Norse Niflheimr, “World of Fog”) is one of the Nine Worlds of Norse mythology and the homeland of primordial darkness, cold, mist, and ice. As such, it’s the opposite cosmological principle of Muspelheim, the world of fire and heat.

  5. norse.mythologyworldwide.com › niflheim-the-landNiflheim: The Land of Ice and Its Cultural Significance

    Oct 17, 2024 · Niflheim has been depicted in various forms of Viking art and literature, illustrating its importance in the cultural narrative. From carvings on stones to poems in the Poetic Edda, the representations often highlight its icy beauty and somber nature.

  6. norsemythologist.com › niflheimNiflheim (Niflheimr) In Norse Mythology - NorseMythologist

    Dec 28, 2022 · What is Niflheim in Norse Mythology? In Norse mythology, Niflheim was the freezing, dark, and misty world of the dead, ruled over by the goddess Hel. Niflheim and Muspelheim originate from Ginnungagap (the “yawning void” or “gaping abyss”).

  7. www.ancient-origins.net › niflheim-0017356Niflheim in Norse Mythology: Land of the Dead and Home to ...

    Oct 5, 2022 · Niflheim in Norse mythology was the hell-like destination for people who died without honor, most people, but it was also a key part of the Norse cycle of life. In Norse cosmology, the universe was made up of nine distinct realms.

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  8. norse.mythologyworldwide.com › niflheim-the-landNiflheim: The Land of Ice and Its Historical Context

    Oct 16, 2024 · Niflheim: The Land of Ice and Its Historical Context. I. Introduction to Niflheim; II. The Origins of Niflheim. A. Etymology of “Niflheim” and related terms; B. Creation myths involving Niflheim in the Norse cosmos; C. Connection to ancient Scandinavian beliefs; III. Geography and Description of Niflheim. A. Depiction of Niflheim in Norse texts

  9. mythologysource.com › niflheim-norse-realm-of-iceNiflheim: The Norse Realm of Ice - Mythology Source

    Nov 9, 2020 · The world of Niflheim was the primordial realm of ice and mist on the northern edge of Ginnungagap. Its water had combined with the heat of Muspelheim, the world of fire, in the creation of Midgard and the other worlds. Niflheim is also thought to have been the location of Hel, the realm of the dead.