nerthus
IPA: nˈɝθʌs
Root Word: Nerthus
noun
- In Germanic paganism, Nerthus is a goddess associated with a ceremonial wagon procession.
- a genus of seed bugs and allies in the family Heterogastridae.
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Examples of "nerthus" in Sentences
- In ancient Germanic mythology, Nerthus was revered as a goddess of fertility and the earth
- The rituals dedicated to Nerthus involved sacred processions and offerings to ensure bountiful harvests
- Some scholars believe that Nerthus was associated with the divine feminine and the cycles of nature
- The historical accounts of Nerthus highlight the significance of nature in the spiritual lives of early Germanic tribes
- Modern pagans have revived interest in Nerthus, incorporating her worship into contemporary earth-centered practices
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