Vanir god of the sea, seafaring wealth, trade, and calm waters. Father of Freyja and Freyr.
Origin Story
Njord is one of the Vanir, the divine clan associated with prosperity, fertility, and the wealth that comes from land and sea. After the Aesir-Vanir War, he came to live among the Aesir as part of the hostage exchange that secured peace between the two groups of gods. In later Norse tradition he is remembered as a patron of sailors, merchants, fishermen, and all who rely on favorable winds and safe coasts.
Primary Sources
Historical texts and references
“The third asa is he who is called Njord. He dwells in Noatun, which is in heaven. He rules the course of the wind and checks the fury of the sea and of fire.”
