Audhumbla the cow
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Audhumbla the cow
Audhumbla, the cow, in the Norse mythology, that nourished Hymir, and lived herself by licking the hoar-frost off the rocks. Here he is licking stones and getting Bure out of the stones. Illustration in The Olafur Brynjulfsson Edda1760, a manuscript which contains material from both the Younger and Elder Edda
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In Norse mythology, Audhumbla, the primordial cow, played a significant role in the creation of the world. This enchanting illustration from The Olafur Brynjulfsson Edda, a 18th-century Icelandic manuscript, depicts Audhumbla in the act of licking the frost-covered stones to bring forth the first beings. Audhumbla, a sacred cow, was the first creature to emerge from the primordial chaos of Ginnungagap. She lived by licking the hoar-frost off the rocks, sustaining herself with the ice. As she licked the stones, she brought forth Buri, the first man, and the first ox, who later became Odin's father. The image portrays Audhumbla with a serene expression, her long tongue extended, as she licks the rough, frost-covered stones. Her large, cow-like ears are alert, and her eyes are closed in concentration. The scene is set against a backdrop of a barren, icy landscape, with the sun and moon peeking out from behind the mountains in the distance. This illustration offers a glimpse into the rich mythology of the Norse people, a culture that revered the natural world and believed in a complex web of gods and goddesses who shaped the universe. The image of Audhumbla, the nourishing cow, is a powerful reminder of the cyclical nature of life and the interconnectedness of all things. The Olafur Brynjulfsson Edda is a valuable historical and cultural artifact, preserving the ancient stories and traditions of the Norse people. This illustration of Audhumbla, in particular, is a testament to the enduring power of mythology to inspire and captivate the imagination.
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