Nótt facts for kids
Nótt (pronounced "Note") is a very important figure in Norse mythology. She is the personification of the night, meaning she is the night itself, but in the form of a goddess. Think of her as the spirit or being that brings the darkness each day. In Greek mythology, there is a similar goddess of night called Nyx.
Who is Nótt?
Nótt is known by different names depending on who is talking about her. Humans call her "night." The gods call her "darkness." The jötnar (who are giant-like beings) call her "unlight." And the elves, who love sleep, call her "joy-of-sleep."
Nótt is described as being black and swarthy, which means she has a dark complexion. She is the daughter of a giant named Narfi.
Nótt's Family
Nótt has been married three times and has three children.
Nótt's Husbands
Nótt had three husbands:
Nótt's Children
She has three children:
Her Special Horse
Nótt rides a special horse named Hrímfaxi. This horse is very important because it brings the dew and frost to the Earth every morning as it travels across the sky.
