Woden, one of the Gods of the North, welcoming the God of Music. The Norse gods belong to two major clans: Æsir and Vanir. Odin, Frigg, Thor, Loki, Balder, Hod, Heimdall and Tyr are representatives of Æsir and known as the main gods. The second clan, Vanir, contains the fertility gods and count Njord, Freyr, and Freyja as their most notable members. Despite the antagonism between them, it was necessary for the two families to combine their powers and ideals for all to prosper.

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'The Illustrated History of the World' Published by Ward; Lock & Co; 1890

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