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Skuld

Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

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in Norse mythology, was

(1) the youngest of the three Norns, or Fates, who guide the life of men. The gods often seek counsel from them; and even Odin has not the power to alter their decrees.

(2) A Valkyria who, accompanied by two others, rides to the battlefield to invite the heroes to Odin's banquet in Valhalla.

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McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Skuld'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/​encyclopedias/​eng/​tce/​s/skuld.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.
 
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