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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