Freyja is the goddess of family, fertility, love, and marriage. She is also known as the goddess Frigg (please check out this page for a full description of this deity).
Whereas Frigg has a domestic focus (due to Christian and Islamic influences) Freyja has a more traditional pagan character. The qualities that are emphasized are her magical abilities, as well as her sexual freedom.
Modern Appearances
Literature
- Norse Mythology by Neil Gaiman – Covers Freya’s role and her treasured necklace Brisingamen.
- Prose Edda by Snorri Sturluson – Describes Freya as the foremost of the Vanir goddesses.
Film and Television
- Thor: Ragnarok (2017, Marvel) – Asgardian warrior women echo Freya’s Valkyrie associations.
Video Games
- God of War Ragnarök – Freya is a major character and ally.
- God of War (2018) – Freya appears as the Witch of the Woods.
- Smite – Freya is a playable melee mage.