Skírnismál

Skírnismál is an excerpt from the Norse poem "Poetic Edda," where the goddess Freyja's servant, Skírnir, visits the giantess Gerðr to persuade her to marry the god Freyr. Using threats and promises, Skírnir describes the benefits of the union and warns of divine power. The poem explores themes of love, negotiation, and the interplay between gods and giants. It provides insight into Norse mythology’s complex relationships, emphasizing the significance of marriage alliances among gods and giants as vital for cosmic stability.