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Valaskjálf

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In Norse mythology, Valaskjálf ("the Shelf of the Slain"[1]) is one of Odin's Halls, a great dwelling built and roofed with pure silver. In this room is a high seat, Hliðskjálf, where Odin can watch over the entire universe.

See also

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  • Valhalla, another of Odin's halls, to where half of those who were killed in battle go.

References

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  1. ^ Grimnismol, translated by Henry Adams Bellows, p. 89
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