The Poet of the Gods
Bragi is the Norse god of poetry and eloquence, celebrated as the finest of all skalds. Wise in words and long of beard, he is said to have runes carved upon his tongue, and his verse flows more beautifully than that of any other being.
He is the husband of Idun, keeper of the apples of youth, and together they are one of the gentle couples of Asgard. Bragi welcomes the honored dead and distinguished guests to the halls of the gods with fitting words.
As the divine patron of poets, Bragi is closely tied to the Mead of Poetry, the drink that grants the gift of verse. To be gifted in composition was to be touched by his art.
Divine Powers
Poetry
The master of verse and song, patron of skalds and poets
Eloquence
Speaks with a grace and persuasion no other god can match
Runic Wisdom
Runes are said to be carved upon his very tongue
Quick Facts
Key Connections
Residence
Asgard
Bragi greets guests and the honored dead in the halls of the gods
Family
- Group: Aesir
- Wife: Idun
- Symbol: Harp and verse