Þrúðr (pronounced roughly "Throoth," sometimes anglicized as Thrud) is a relatively minor figure in Norse mythology, but significant due to her lineage and associations. Her name translates to "strength" or "power."
Parentage: She is the daughter of Thor, the powerful god of thunder, and Sif, a goddess associated with fertility and the harvest. This familial connection immediately places her within the important Æsir pantheon.
Role and Associations: Although her specific role isn't extensively detailed, the meaning of her name heavily suggests a connection to physical strength and might. It is reasonable to assume she embodied these qualities. She is sometimes associated with valkyries, female figures who choose who lives and dies in battle and bring fallen warriors to Valhalla, though this is not explicitly stated in all sources.
Betrothal and Abduction: In some accounts, Þrúðr was betrothed to the dwarf Alvíss (meaning "all-wise"). However, Thor, disapproving of this match, tricked Alvíss into a knowledge contest that lasted until sunrise, turning the dwarf to stone as a result.
Literary Mentions: Þrúðr appears in several Old Norse texts, including the Poetic Edda and the Prose Edda, primarily in contexts related to her parentage and the aforementioned betrothal to Alvíss. Her role remains limited but cemented her place in Norse mythology.
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