Godi
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɡəʊdi/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Godi is a noun meaning (Germanic paganism) A priest of the modern Norse religion.
Meaning
(Germanic paganism) A priest of the modern Norse religion.
More Meanings
- (historical) A local chieftain in Norse societies, who held religious and administrative duties.
Example Sentences
Coordinate term: gythja (priestess)
Odd was the chieftain of Borgarfjord on the south side of Hvita then. He was the godi of the temple to which everyone living south of Skardsheidi paid tribute.
Word Forms
- godis
- godar
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include aesir, godkind, numen, god-king, godhead, byname.
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