The Poetic Edda on Hnikar
The > part in a few of the Eddic poems. > Introductory Note
- attestation: The stanza describes warfare or combat involving Hnikar.
"19. "Hnikar, say, | for thou seest the fate That to gods and men is given; What sign is fairest | for him who fights, And best for the swinging of swords?"
Hnikar spake:"
- attribution: Hnikar delivers a speech in the verse.
"19. "Hnikar, say, | for thou seest the fate That to gods and men is given; What sign is fairest | for him who fights, And best for the swinging of swords?"
Hnikar spake:"
- attestation: Hnikar is characterized by beauty in the verse.
"19. "Hnikar, say, | for thou seest the fate That to gods and men is given; What sign is fairest | for him who fights, And best for the swinging of swords?"
Hnikar spake:"