Rígsþula

Rígsþula is an ancient Norse poem that explains the origins of social classes through the story of the god Ríg, who fathered three sons. Each son represents a different social group: the first becomes the working class or laborers, the second the craftsmen or farmers, and the third the elite or nobility. The poem illustrates how societal hierarchy and traits like strength, skill, and status are passed down through generations, shaping the structure of ancient Scandinavian society. It provides a mythological perspective on how social roles and class distinctions developed historically.