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  1. Heimdall, Heimdal, Heimdallrnoun

    (Norse mythology) god of dawn and light; guardian of Asgard

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  1. Heimdall

    In Norse mythology, Heimdall (from Old Norse Heimdallr) is a god. He is the son of Odin and nine mothers. Heimdall keeps watch for invaders and the onset of Ragnarök from his dwelling Himinbjörg, where the burning rainbow bridge Bifröst meets the sky. He is attested as possessing foreknowledge and keen senses, particularly eyesight and hearing. The god and his possessions are described in enigmatic manners. For example, Heimdall is emerald-toothed, "the head is called his sword," and he is "the whitest of the gods." Heimdall possesses the resounding horn Gjallarhorn and the golden-maned horse Gulltoppr, along with a store of mead at his dwelling. He is the son of Nine Mothers, and he is said to be the originator of social classes among humanity. Other notable stories include the recovery of Freyja's treasured possession Brísingamen while doing battle in the shape of a seal with Loki. The antagonistic relationship between Heimdall and Loki is notable, as they are foretold to kill one another during the events of Ragnarök. Heimdallr is also known as Rig, Hallinskiði, Gullintanni, and Vindlér or Vindhlér. Heimdall is attested in the Poetic Edda, compiled in the 13th century from earlier traditional material; in the Prose Edda and Heimskringla, both written in the 13th century; in the poetry of skalds; and on an Old Norse runic inscription found in England. Two lines of an otherwise lost poem about the god, Heimdalargaldr, survive. Due to the enigmatic nature of these attestations, scholars have produced various theories about the nature of the god, including his relation to sheep, borders, and waves.

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  1. heimdall

    Heimdall is a figure in Norse mythology who is known as the watchman of the gods. He is often associated with foresight, vigilance, and loyalty. He resides in Himinbjorg, where he guards Bifrost, the rainbow bridge leading to Asgard, the realm of the gods. Heimdall is destined to sound the Gjallarhorn, signaling the beginning of Ragnarok (the apocalypse in Norse mythology). He is also known for his extraordinary senses, being able to see and hear things from great distances.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of heimdall in Chaldean Numerology is: 8

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of heimdall in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1

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