Valkyries (Valkyrjur)

A look at the Valkyries (Valkyrjur) of Old Norse myth, with an exploration of their characteristics and some thoughts on their symbolism and origin. Includes readings from excerpts of an original translation of Hrafnsmál. Dr. Jackson Crawford is Instructor of Nordic Studies and Nordic Program Coordinator at the University of Colorado Boulder (formerly UC Berkeley and UCLA). He is a historical linguist and an experienced teacher and translator of Old Norse, Modern Icelandic, and Norwegian. Visit (includes a linked list of all videos). Latest FAQs: (updated Nov. 2018). Music © I See Hawks in L.A., courtesy of the artist. Visit Logos by Elizabeth Porter (snowbringer at gmail). Jackson Crawford’s Patreon page: Jackson Crawford’s translation of The Poetic Edda: Audiobook: Jackson Crawford’s translation of The Saga of the Volsungs: Audiobook: