Tag: medieval poetry
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How to Become a Skald
Anonymous asked: what does it take to be a skald? what special things do i need to do? Much thanks I must say that I am no skald. Although I have chosen to bear the title, I have not actually earned it. I hope to be able to eventually say otherwise, though. Yet, it really does…
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Old Norse Poetry for Confidence
Anonymous asked: Everyday presents a challenge for me. My biggest problem with these challenges is facing them with confidence. I have unreal anxiety levels, and I blew a chance to become greater at my job because i froze in front of the audience that would designate me competent enough to be an inspector. I know i…
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Sagas: Skalds and Poetry
This week we will begin a discussion on skalds (poets) and their tradition. Poetry had a much higher value in the medieval world than it does today. Words had power, so much so that they could even physically deform you. Law texts specifically note punishments for slandering someone’s name. This is not only unique to Scandinavian region…
