Mjölnir (UK: / ˈmjɒlnɪər / MYOL-neer, US: / ˈmjɔːlnɪər / MYAWL-neer; [1] from Old Norse Mjǫllnir [ˈmjɔlːnir]) is the hammer of the thunder god Thor in Norse mythology, used both as a …

Jun 21, 2017 · Mjolnir means “the grinder”. It is so named because it is powerful to grind down mountains or smite even the most powerful enemy with one blow. It was a gift to Thor from the …

Dec 17, 2017 · The symbol was added to the movie for most likely the same reason it is used elsewhere in sci-fi/fantasy. The symbol, especially the variation with a full circle running …

Of all of the symbols in Norse mythology, Thor’s Hammer (Old Norse Mjöllnir, pronounced roughly “MIOL-neer”) is one of the most historically important, and is probably the best known today. …

Dec 17, 2023 · Thus, among the Viking symbols is Thor's hammer, also known as Mjolnir. Most often worn as a talisman, it provides protection to the wearer, a symbol of choice at the heart …

Mjolnir was described as a short-handled war hammer that was incredibly powerful and had the unique ability to return to Thor's hand when thrown. Mjolnir is not just a weapon; it embodies …

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Jan 13, 2025 · In the realm of mythology and modern pop culture, few artifacts carry the weight of history, symbolism, and artistic interpretation quite like Mjolnir, the legendary hammer of Thor, …

Aug 24, 2020 · Mjölnir is pronounced as Miol-neer. It is the name of Thor’s hammer in Nordic mythology. Some sources claim that the name ‘Mjölnir’ may mean ‘lightning’ in Old Norse. …

In our shop you can buy replica mjolnirs based on original jewelry from the Viking era, found in Iceland, Norway, Sweden and Denmark. There are several famous historical Mjolnirs such as …