Frey
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A god in Norse stories who brings good harvests and peace
- proper noun
- Literature
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Freyr
- Many ancient stories feature Frey alongside other gods like Odin and Thor.
Examples
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With the horn and the protection of lord frey and Freya, I believed all would be well, and the jomsberg would fight with me once more.
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In Norse mythology, Frey is known for bringing fertility and prosperity to the people.
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The worshippers of Frey would often pray for good harvests and peace in their lands.
Synonyms
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A Norse god who brings good harvests, peace, and wealth
focuses on original Vanir membership rather than later Aesir association
Surface Forms
Frey main
Etymology
Frey comes from the old Norse name freyr, which means 'lord' or 'master'. Think of him as a friendly 'lord' who brings peace, good harvests and wealth, which is why he is the god of fertility and prosperity.