Temple to Odin and Thor found

The Hammer · Oct 11, 2020

https://archaeology-world.com/1200-year-old-pagan-temple-to-thor-and-odin-unearthed-in-norway/

"The remains of the 1,200-year-old pagan temple were dug up in Norway and provide a rare insight into the Viking religion. Archaeologists have dated the remains of the large wooden building to the end of the 8th century."

Hildeburh · Oct 20, 2020

Yes, I read a related article, I found it interesting that the authors considered the structure to reflect the influence of Christian centralised communal worship and architecture on pre Christian worship.

I think this article has a little more detail:

Found: An Old Norse 'Godhouse' Fit for Thor and Odin

The Hammer · Oct 21, 2020

Hildeburh said:
Yes, I read a related article, I found it interesting that the authors considered the structure to reflect the influence of Christian centralised communal worship and architecture on pre Christian worship.

I think this article has a little more detail:

Found: An Old Norse 'Godhouse' Fit for Thor and Odin

I thought that an interesting take as well. Depending on the age of the temple, I am sure it's a possibility. The only other Temple I have heard of is at Upsala.

ValdresRose · Dec 10, 2020

Hildeburh said:
Yes, I read a related article, I found it interesting that the authors considered the structure to reflect the influence of Christian centralised communal worship and architecture on pre Christian worship.

I think this article has a little more detail:

Found: An Old Norse 'Godhouse' Fit for Thor and Odin

Hildeburh, I'm curious, and I don't mean to be offensive in any way, why do you spell the religion "Frynsidu"? I was of the opinion that it is spelled "Fyrnsidu".

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