The Peacemaker
Forseti is the Norse god of justice, law, and reconciliation. He is the son of the shining Baldr and the devoted Nanna, and he inherits their gentle and gracious nature, turning it toward the settling of quarrels.
He dwells in a magnificent hall called Glitnir, which has pillars of red gold and a roof of silver that shines from far away. There Forseti sits in judgment, and it is said that all who bring their disputes before him leave reconciled, no matter how bitter the quarrel.
Where Tyr represents the courage and oaths behind the law, Forseti embodies its calm resolution. He is the best of judges among gods and men, a figure of fairness, mediation, and lasting peace.
Divine Powers
Justice
The wisest of judges, whose rulings satisfy every party
Reconciliation
All who come to his hall in dispute leave it at peace
Glitnir
His shining hall of gold and silver, seat of fair judgment
Quick Facts
Residence
Glitnir
A hall of gold pillars and a silver roof, where he holds court
Family
- Group: Aesir
- Father: Baldr
- Mother: Nanna