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Hnoss
In Norse mythology, Hnoss (Old Norse "treasure") is the daughter of Freyja and Óðr, and sister of Gersemi.
References.
- Orchard, Andy (1997). "Dictionary of Norse Myth and Legend". Cassell.
Freyja's tears" or "Freyja's weepings" to represent "gold". The chapter features additional quotes from poetry by Einarr Skúlason that references the goddess and her child Hnoss. Freyja receives a final mention in the "Prose Edda" in chapter 75, where a list of goddesses is provided that includes Freyja.
Attestations "Heimskringla".
The "Heimskringla" book "Ynglinga saga" provides a euhemerized account of the origin of the gods, including Freyja. In chapter 4, Freyja is introduced as a member of