“Invaders from Scandinavia reached Orkney by the 9th century, bringing a complex theology that they imposed on the preexisting Orcadian monuments; at least according to local legend. For example, the Ring of Brodgar and the Standing Stones of Stenness were allegedly +
Is this your field?
No. Just sheer fascination, Barb.
I’ve visited the Ring of Brodgar I’m fascinated by standing stones and the ability to be able to erect them.
How wonderful and I’m totally envious of your experience. 💚
known as the Temple of the Sun and Moon respectively. Young people supposedly made their vows and prayed to Wōden at these "temples" and at the so-called "Odin Stone" that lay between the stone circles until it was destroyed by a farmer in 1814.[15] Others view these fanciful names with skepticism”
I love these history insights… always learning.
Me too! Really, I’m a know-nothing (not in the nativist sense). But I am fascinated to learn these nuggets. I say “learn,” but retaining them is a whole ‘nother matter!
😂 You’re so right - retention is tricky!