Thor is the thunder god of the North, the red-bearded defender of gods and humankind whose hammer Mjolnir guards the world against the giants of chaos. Strongest of the Aesir, he is also the most beloved, a god of storms and strength, of the common people, and of the protective force that stands between order and the wild. When thunder rolled across the Norse sky, it was Thor's chariot and his hammer at work. This 14-inch bust brings his fierce, steadfast presence to the altar, a focal point for protection, strength, and the courage to guard what matters. Key Features The Norse god of thunder. Thor in a commanding bust, fierce of expression, with his hammer Mjolnir. Cold-cast resin, 14 inches. A large, striking altar or shelf figure. A focal point for protection. A modern devotional sculpture for strength and protection, not an archaeological reproduction. Product Details Height: about 14 inches Material: cold-cast resin Form: bust of Thor with Mjolnir Use: deity statue, altar focal point, protection and strength work SKU: ST451 Sold by Plentiful Earth The Spiritual Significance Thor is the great protector of the Norse cosmos, the god who stands between the ordered world and the giants of chaos who would tear it down. With his hammer Mjolnir, his belt of strength, and his iron gloves, he is the unmatched champion of the Aesir, yet he was also the favorite god of ordinary people, farmers and sailors who called on him for protection and for the rains that fed the fields. His hammer is not only a weapon; it hallows and blesses, sanctifying weddings, births, and sacred ground. On a modern altar, Thor is honored for protection, strength, courage, and steadfastness, and for the guarding of home and family. His energy is direct, reliable, and warm, the strong friend who stands at your back. Practitioners call on him to ward a home, to find the strength to endure, and to meet trouble head-on. Approach him as the protector and the people's god he is. How To Use Place the bust on an altar, by a doorway, or in a family space where you want his protective strength present. Welcome him by cleaning the statue, then offer ale, mead, or hearty food, which suit the robust thunder god. Call on him for protection or strength by stating your intention plainly; Thor responds to directness rather than elaborate ceremony. Work with the Mjolnir symbol alongside the bust, worn or placed on the altar, as a sign of his protection. Dust the bust gently with a soft cloth and keep it out of prolonged direct sunlight. Pairs Well With Odin Bust, 11 Inches the Allfather, Thor's father. Thor's Hammer Plaque, 12 Inches Mjolnir itself, the great protective symbol. Loki Bust, 11 Inches the trickster, Thor's frequent companion and foil. Loki Statue, 10 Inches Loki with his fateful children. White Sage Smudge Sticks to cleanse the space and the statue. History & Occult Background Thor was the most widely worshipped of the Norse gods, his name living on in the weekday Thursday, Thor's day, and in countless place-names across the Norse world. During the Viking age, Thor's-hammer amulets were worn throughout Scandinavia, in part as a proud counter to the Christian cross, making Mjolnir one of the most enduring symbols of the old faith. The Eddas tell of his battles with the giants and his fated final duel with Jormungandr, the world-serpent, at Ragnarok. He is the most honored god in much of modern Heathenry. As with other Norse figures, the horned helmet of popular imagery is a nineteenth-century invention rather than historical dress. Frequently Asked Questions Who is Thor? He is the Norse god of thunder, storms, and strength, the defender of gods and humans against the giants of chaos. Son of Odin and wielder of the hammer Mjolnir, he was the most beloved and widely worshipped of the Norse gods. What is Mjolnir? Mjolnir is Thor's hammer, a weapon against chaos but also a tool of blessing used to hallow weddings, births, and sacred ground. Its image was worn as a protective amulet across the Norse world. What offerings suit Thor? Ale, mead, and hearty food suit the robust thunder god. He responds to directness and sincerity more than to elaborate ritual. Did Vikings really wear horned helmets? No. The horned helmet is a nineteenth-century artistic invention, not authentic Norse dress, though it has become attached to the popular image of Norse figures. How do I care for the bust? Dust it with a soft dry cloth and keep it out of prolonged direct sunlight to protect the finish. Avoid soaking the resin.
