Teutonic Deity (Noun)
Meaning
(German mythology) a deity worshipped by the ancient Teutons.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The Teutonic deity Donar was often depicted as a powerful warrior, with a mighty hammer in hand, and was revered for his strength and protection.
- In the ancient Teutonic pantheon, the goddess Berchta was a significant Teutonic deity, often associated with women's work, childbirth, and weaving.
- The Teutonic deity Wotan, also known as Odin, was considered the All-Father and chief deity of the Germanic gods, revered for his wisdom, war, and magic.
- As a prominent Teutonic deity, Freyja was worshipped for her beauty, love, fertility, and war, often depicted with a necklace called Brisingamen and a chariot pulled by cats.
- The Germanic tribe of the Saxons revered the Teutonic deity Thunar as a god of thunder and lightning, fearing his mighty hammer that controlled the storms.