Gotterdammerung (Noun)
Meaning
Myth about the ultimate destruction of the gods in a battle with evil.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The Norse myth of Ragnarok is often referred to as Gotterdammerung, foretelling the downfall of the gods in a catastrophic battle.
- In the myth of Gotterdammerung, the fire giant Surtur is said to engage in a final confrontation with the gods, resulting in their ultimate destruction.
- The Gotterdammerung myth has been interpreted as a symbol of the cyclical nature of time, where the old must be destroyed to make way for the new.
- According to legend, the Gotterdammerung will be sparked by the breaking of the bonds that hold the great wolf Fenrir, unleashing chaos upon the world.
- The concept of Gotterdammerung has been influential in Western literature, inspiring works that explore the theme of apocalypse and the downfall of great powers.