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Loki and His Children - The Story That Marvel Hasn't Covered

Offered By: Wondrium via YouTube

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Norse Mythology Courses

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Overview

Explore the fascinating world of Norse mythology in this 27-minute video focusing on Loki and his infamous offspring. Delve into Loki's mysterious origins and learn how his affairs caused chaos among the gods. Discover the true nature of Loki's children, including a wolf destined to kill Odin, a world-ending serpent, and a daughter associated with the underworld. Examine different portrayals of Loki in Norse literature, questioning his status as a god or anti-god. Investigate the significance of the trio formed by Odin, Honir, and Loki in Norse mythology. Gain a deeper understanding of these mythological figures beyond their comic book and movie adaptations, presented by Jackson Crawford as part of the Norse Mythology series.

Syllabus

Loki's Mysterious Origins
Loki's Affairs Wreak Havoc on the Gods
Loki's Problematic Wolf Son
A Less Negative Portrayal of Loki
Was Loki a God or Anti-God?
Significance of Odin, Honir, and Loki Trio


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Wondrium

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