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Some Norse Gods Shaped the Days of the Week
Surprisingly, our modern calendar owes a nod to Viking gods. Wednesday—”Woden’s Day”—is derived from Odin, the chief Norse god. Thursday, or “Thor’s Day,” pays homage to Thor, the hammer-wielding god of thunder.
And Friday is linked to Freyja or Frigg, a goddess of love and fertility. These Norse deities, who’re woven subtly into our week, serve as timeless reminders of the Vikings’ profound cultural impact and how their legacy is intertwined with our routines.
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