tribe of midgard

Midgard: The World of Humans in Norse Mythology Image Credit : Pinterest An Introduction to Norse Mythology and Midgard Norse mythology is a complex system of beliefs and stories that originated in Scandinavia during the Viking Age. It is a rich tapestry of gods, goddesses, monsters, and heroes that still captivates people today. At its core, Norse mythology is an attempt to explain the world around us – how it was created, why things happen the way they do, and what happens when we die. Midgard, which means “middle-earth” in Old Norse, is the world of humans. According to Norse mythology, it was created by Odin and his brothers Vili and Ve from the body of a giant named Ymir.