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The Norse gods were worshipped for the same reason any gods were worshipped. Ancient people made up stories to explain what caused natural phenomena like lightning. The simplest explanation is that some powerful but humanlike person is up in the sky throwing the lightning bolts. Then other stories are added to answer other questions like where does he get the lightning bolts, who is he married to, where did he come from, where did people come from, etc. People worshipped these "gods" in the hope that they would not harm the people or that they would have a good hunt or a good harvest or would receive some other benefit.
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How was hel Norse god worship?
If you're trying to ask how was the Norse goddess Hel worshiped, the answer is "she wasn't." Not all the figures, gods and goddesses from the myths were actually worshiped or honored.
What is the Norse god of scorpions?
Due to a distinct lack of scorpions in the areas that the Norse gods were worshiped no Scorpions made it into the religion itself. At least not that we know of today. Maybe you're thinking of the ancient Egyptian gods? Serket's the goddess of scorpions in that religion.
Are viking gods Norse gods?
Yes, the Vikings were the Norse "pirates".
What did Aztec and Mayan civilizations worship?
They worshiped their Gods. They worshiped their Gods.
Leader of Norse gods?
Odin is generally considered to be the leader of the Norse gods.
What is the general name for the Norse gods?
Norse gods were broken in to Aesir or Vaenir.
Did the Romans worship their dead emprors as gods?
Yes, at least they worshiped some of them as gods. Others had their memories damned.Yes, at least they worshiped some of them as gods. Others had their memories damned.Yes, at least they worshiped some of them as gods. Others had their memories damned.Yes, at least they worshiped some of them as gods. Others had their memories damned.Yes, at least they worshiped some of them as gods. Others had their memories damned.Yes, at least they worshiped some of them as gods. Others had their memories damned.Yes, at least they worshiped some of them as gods. Others had their memories damned.Yes, at least they worshiped some of them as gods. Others had their memories damned.Yes, at least they worshiped some of them as gods. Others had their memories damned.
Germany's first religion?
The Germanic people first worshiped gods of nature similar to the Norse pantheon. After the invasions by Rome, the Germanic people slowly converted to Christianity.
Who is the leader of Norse gods?
Odin is generally considered to be the leader of the Norse gods.
Does Woden king of the Norse gods mean?
That Woden (Odin) was king of the Norse gods.
Race of Norse gods?
There were two races of gods in Norse mythology: Aesir and Vanir.
What are the main differences in worship between Aesir and Vanir gods in Norse Mythology?
The Aesir gods were associated with warfare, wisdom, and rulership, so their worship often involved rituals for victory in battle and guidance in leadership. The Vanir gods, on the other hand, were linked to fertility, prosperity, and the natural world, so their worship included ceremonies for abundance in crops, livestock, and general well-being. Overall, the Aesir were more focused on power and control, while the Vanir were more connected to growth and harmony with nature.
