Slow Havamal: 109
Aug. 30th, 2023 12:02 pm
In verse 109, the frost-giants come to Odin to ask him about the “Evildoer” who stole the mead; whether he was hiding among the gods, or had been killed by Suttung.
The frost-giants visit Odin, now out of his disguise, to find out if he is harboring the one who stole the mead of Oderir, apparently unsure whether the thief got away or was killed by Suttung during the escape. To our amusement, they have no idea they’re speaking with the man they seek. Odin has played a fine trick. His disguise was clever enough that he is now unrecognizable. ( Read more... )