What does the raven symbolize in Vikings?

With the Raven perceived as the creator, many Haida myths and legends often suggest the raven as a provider to mankind. Another raven story from the Puget Sound region describes the "Raven" as having originally lived in the land of spirits (literally bird land) that existed before the world of humans. read more

It does not seem correct to regard the Raven banner as the common symbol of the Vikings (or as the flag the Vikings would normally carry). The Raven banner is attributed in the sources to a few kings and warlords. read more

Even today the yearly Viking festival of Up-Helley-Aa in the Shetland Islands of Scotland uses the image of a raven. Protection and Conservation These are just some of the legends in Celtic and Norse mythology that put the raven at centre stage. read more