The eight legs symbolize the directions of the compass, and Sleipnir’s ability to travel through both land and air. Sleipnir carries Odin between the world of the Gods and the world of matter. Its the fastest of all horses and can cover huge distances in the shortest possible time without getting tired. The horse can move over land, water and air. The horse was a gift from the Norse god Loki to the godfather Odin. Sleipnir (Norse, “gliding one”) is the legendary eight-legged horse belonging to Odin, the Father-God of the Norse pantheon. Tape of Odins horse Sleipnir A large tapestry of the eight-legged horse Sleipnir.
There are, however, examples of Siberian shamans who were said to have eight-legged horses to reach heaven and the underworld.You can order this pendant in gold as well as any other item Sleipnir's eight legs can also be interpreted as a metaphor for speed. It is assumed that these images depict Sleipnir. Some old stones found in Gotland depict a well-equipped horseman on an eight-legged horse. Everyone cries, except for a lonely old giantess named Tokk who is actually Loki in disguide, therefore Baldr remains in Hel's realm until the final battle. Finally they reach the Queen of the Underworld, Hel, who promises to release Baldr if every creature on earth sheds a tear for him. Further down, they encounter spitting snakes and the dragon Nidhogg, who sucks the blood of those who sin on earth. Sleipnir bravely leaps over Garm.ĭeeper and deeper they go into Hel's realm, through deep chasms and hordes of tormented souls. For nine days and nine nights they gallop through land, sea and sky to reach the gate of the underworld, guarded by Garm, the Hound of Hell. In Ragnarök, Hermod and Sleipnir go down to the underworld to rescue Baldr and Odin. Rungnir loses the bet and later falls in battle against Thor. Odin On Sleipnir Pendant Necklace Viking Norse Mythology Othala Runes Stainless Steel Jewelry, Find Complete Details about Odin On Sleipnir Pendant. He will meet the wolf Fenrir, in the final battle between the gods and the forces of chaos at Ragnarok, kills Sleipnir and swallows him and Odin.Īnother myth of Sleipnir is the encounter with the giant Rungnir who makes a bet with Odin that he and his horse will be faster than Odin and Sleipnir. Sleipnir Odins Horse Norse Art Linocut by LiterateGriffin on Etsy 60. The horse is also a child of Loki along with Narfi, Hel, Jormundgandr and Fenrir. Sleipnir meets his half-sister in the underworld, where Odin has banished her to be ruler of the dead. Norse Mythology Names Viking Power Sleipnir:The eight legged horse of Odin, the Allfather of the Aesir. He also has a sister, Hel, who is beautiful on one side but lifeless as a corpse on the other. Alba Scottish Silver Pendant £74.00 GBP Amethyst Thistle Pendant In Silver From £75.00 GBP Bagpiper Pendant in Silver £55.00 GBP Bespoke Dog Tag Pendant From £200.00 GBP BLOOM PENDANT IN SILVER WITH GOLD VERMEIL £120.00 GBP Celtic Knot Pendant in Silver £65. Sleipnir is not Loki's only child, his brothers are the large and extremely ferocious wolf Fenrir, and Jormungandr the Midgard Serpent. Bronze Odin on Sleipnir Pendant 32.99 Sold Out Bronze Odins Cross with Raven 23.00 Bronze Petroglyph Thors Hammer Pendant 38.00 Bronze Rhiannon Pendant with Rainbow Moonstone 74.99 Bronze Skadi Pendant 29.99 Sold Out Bronze Slavic Lunitsa Jewel Pendant 66.99 Sold Out Bronze Valknut Pendant 39. SCOTTISH PENDANTS & NECKLETS 90 products found. Loki turns back into a man and later gives the horse Sleipnir to Odin. Silver Raven and Viking Rune Pendant SKU: PS-TPD5239 76.43 Add to Cart. Silver Odin Sleipnir Pendant with Amethyst Accent SKU: DD-TP-3131-AM 89.99 Add to Cart. Without his horse, the giant fails to complete his task in time. Silver Odin Sleipnir Pendant with Garnet Accent SKU: DD-TP-3131-GA 89.99 Add to Cart. Loki soon gives birth to the magnificent foal, Sleipnir. Loki turns into a beautiful grey mare, seduces Svadilfari away from his master and lets the stallion mate him. The gods began to get restless and sent the cunning Loki to somehow hold the giant back. But Svadilfari is strong, and with his help it looks like the giant will manage after all. The gods did not believe he could do it and accepted his demands. If he succeeded in building the fortress in one season, he asked for the Sun, the Moon and the goddess Freya as his wife. This giant offered to build a fortress around the home of the gods, Asgard. Sleipnir's father is Svadilfari, the mighty black stallion of a mountain giant. Odin is very fond of his horse and legend has it that he is the one who carries warriors killed in war to Valhalla.Īccording to the oracle Sigrdrivomal, Odin carved runes on Sleipnir's teeth. Sleipnir has strength and speed beyond that seen in any horse. Sleipnir is faster than any other horse and can gallop faster than the wind. Home925 Silver Sleipnir Pendant Regular price129.99 1 review Default Title - 129. Sleipnir is Odin's grey, powerful, eight-legged horse in Norse mythology.
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