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Thor is the Norse god of thunder, the strongest of the gods and the protector of gods and people against the giants. He fights with the hammer Mjollnir, drives a chariot pulled by two goats, and at Ragnarok he will kill the World Serpent and die from its venom.
Who is Thor in Norse mythology?
Thor is the god of thunder, the strongest of the Aesir and the tireless defender of both gods and humans against the giants. Red-bearded and huge of appetite, he rides a chariot drawn by two goats across the sky, and the storm is the rumble of his passing.
He is called the Charioteer because the Prose Edda names him Öku-Þórr, "Driving Thor". Thor does not ride a horse. He drives a chariot pulled by two goats, Tanngrisnir and Tanngnjóstr, across the sky.
What is Thor the god of?
- Domains — thunder, strength, protection, oaths
- World — Asgard
- Day — Thursday
- Animal — goat
- Offerings — beer, wine, ale, bread, oats; a hammer pendant, an iron nail
- Herbs — nettle, rowan · Wood — oak · Metal — iron
Kin — Parents: Odin and Jord · Consort: Sif · Children: Magni, Modi, Thrud
Thor's hammer, belt and last battle
His great weapon is the hammer Mjollnir, forged by dwarves, which never fails to strike and returns to his hand; he wears the belt Megingjord that doubles his strength and iron gloves to grip the haft. Countless myths tell of Thor smashing giants, fishing for the World Serpent, or journeying to Utgard. He is the people's god, called on for protection and blessing. At Ragnarok he will slay Jormungandr, the Midgard Serpent, then fall dead after nine steps, poisoned by its venom.
His hammer has its own page: Mjollnir, the hammer of Thor. His father is Odin, and his last enemy is Jormungandr, the World Serpent.
Questions
Who is Thor's wife?
Sif, the golden-haired goddess. Their daughter is Thrud.
What are Thor's powers?
Great strength, which his belt Megingjord doubles, and the hammer Mjollnir, which never misses and always comes back to his hand. The storm is the sound of his chariot.
Is Thor good in Norse mythology?
Yes. He is the protector of gods and people, and the god ordinary people called on most for help.
Which day is named after Thor?
Thursday, Thor's day.