Fólkvangr

In Norse mythology, Fólkvangr (Old Norse: "field of the host" or "field of the folk") is a meadow or field ruled over by the goddess Freyja. It is attested in the Poetic Edda, compiled in the 13th century from earlier traditional sources, and the Prose Edda, written in the 13th century by Snorri Sturluson.

Fólkvangr is described as a location where Freyja receives half of those who die in battle, the other half going to Odin's hall, Valhalla. The Prose Edda elaborates that within Fólkvangr is Sessrúmnir, Freyja's hall.

The meaning of Fólkvangr is debated, but it is generally understood to refer to a field or meadow specifically intended for the "host" or "folk," in this context, likely referring to warriors fallen in battle. The division of the slain between Freyja and Odin highlights Freyja's importance and power in Norse cosmology, particularly her connection to warfare and death. The specific reason for this division is not explicitly explained in the surviving sources, leading to various interpretations, including ideas relating to selection based on worthiness, gender, or specific skills. Sessrúmnir, located within Fólkvangr, is described as a large and beautiful hall, presumably serving as a dwelling place for Freyja and the warriors she welcomes.