Ælwihta Eard is a term from the Old English epic poem Beowulf, often translated as the “land of monsters” or “homeland of alien beings.” This term is used to describe the abode of Grendel’s mother, a terrifying and otherworldly place that Beowulf ventures into during his quest to defeat her. […]

Overview Mistglóm is an Old English term that translates to “misty gloom,” and it is often used to describe a specific region of the underworld. This area is characterized by its pervasive mist, darkness, and an overall sense of desolation. It bears strong resemblance to the Norse concept of Niflheim, […]

Overview Neorxnawang is an Old English term used to translate the Christian concept of paradise in Anglo-Saxon literature. It refers to a heavenly meadow or a place without toil or worries, drawing from earlier Germanic mythological traditions. Etymology and Meaning The etymology of “Neorxnawang” remains debated among scholars. The second […]

Overview Wyrmsele is a concept from Heathen Anglo-Saxon cosmology, representing a grim and eerie place deep within the underworld. The name translates to “Hall of the Serpent,” and it is depicted as a cold and watery realm inhabited by monstrous serpents and other horrors. This domain is a place of […]