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Baldr: Viking God in Norse Mythology

Baldr is a main figure in Viking mythology and he is mainly referred to as the God of light; the son of Odin and Frigg. Baldr is popular in several myths and stories concerning the Aesir deities.

Description and Attributes

As a Pagan God, Baldr is regarded as the spirit of joy, light, and harmony. His name is used with words from the family of "light" or "beauty." This character’s only known weakness is to mistletoe, after Frigg, his mother, bestowed on him invulnerability. This protection rendered him almost out of the range of all forms of attack and any injurious factor.

Role in Ragnarok

Another mythological element connected to Norse cosmogony is Baldr’s death, which summons Ragnarök, the end of the world. It is believed that the events of the lore tell that after Baldr’s death, the world will be destroyed, and the process of its reconstruction and renewal will begin.

Commemoration and Consequences

As God of purity and God of beauty, Baldr stands for beauty and light. Whenever it is related to him, in ancient mythology, he is not associated with negative characteristics but is seen as positive and good. His death and the events that ensued played a significant role in the following Norse writings, including poetry and literature.

Size and Care Instructions for Baldr Statue

Baldr represents purity and light in paganism. His tragic fate and eternal beauty are often depicted in mythological art.

The size of the handmade wooden statue is as follows:

●      height: 9" / 23 cm;

●      width: 3.5" / 9.5 cm;

●      depth: 1.57" / 4cm.

You will love to carry this handmade wooden statue in your home. An altar sculpture can be used as a table centerpiece or as a wall decoration. To display the ritual statue on a wall, a bracket comes with the pack, which you need to fix at the back.

The spiritual decor is made from oak wood, which is strong and elegant. To make it last longer and feel like silk, special oil and beeswax are used as a treatment. This has an environmentally friendly characteristic and gives a smooth feel to the wood carving.

Nordic Decor: Care Instructions

●      Home Use Only. Intended to decorate your living spaces.

●      Avoid Moisture. Do not expose the carved statue to water.

●      Cleaning. For cleaning, lightly wipe with a clean, dry cloth. For a stronger scrubbing, use a slightly wet cloth or brush.