Videohoder

The word hoder refers to a significant figure in Norse mythology: the blind god who was tragically manipulated into killing his own brother, Balder. This lesson explores the mythological origins of the name, its various spellings like Hodr and Höðr, and its specific context in ancient Scandinavian literature. You will also learn how the name is used allusively in modern analysis to describe an unwitting agent of destruction or the theme of metaphorical blindness. We cover the essential vocabulary surrounding his story, including Loki's deception and the coming of Ragnarök. Watch this lesson to master the literary and mythological significance of Hoder.

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Hoder, the blind god, stands alone in the shadowy hall.