Giant Quote by Kevin Crossley-Holland
““The three sons of Bor had no liking for Ymir... At last they attacked Ymir and killed him. His wounds were like springs; so much blood streamed from them and so fast, that the flood drowned all the frost giants except Bergelmir and his wife. They embarked in their boat and rode out on a tide of gore””
About This Quote
Source Mythology: Norse Myths retold, 1995
The giants' battle with Ymir ends in massive bloodshed, sparing only a few.
In simple terms: A violent clash leaves only two survivors.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the cost of conflict.
Themes
mythology
war
survival
blood
flood
Mood
grim
dramatic
Type
mythic
cautionary
When to use this quote
- storytelling
- gaming
- educational workshops
Key Concepts
Norse cosmology
heroic narrative
cycle of destruction
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the flood symbolize?
- Why are only Bergelmir and his wife spared?
A Different Perspective
Violence is glorified; may be graphic for some.
![“It gladdens me to know that Baldr’s father [Odin] makes ready the benches for a banquet. Soon we shall be drinking ale from the curved horns. The champion who comes into Odin’s dwelling [Valhalla] does not lament his death. I shall not enter his hall with words of fear upon my lips. The Æsir will…” quote by Ragnar Lodbrok](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/1dd/ragnar-lodbrok-80836_ale_it-gladdens-me-to-know-that-baldr-s-fath_718399.jpg)
