Auguð

auguð is a term that appears in Old Norse literature, specifically in the context of the Eddic poem Grímnismál. It is the name of one of Odin's halls in Valhalla. The name auguð is generally interpreted as meaning "eye-guard" or "watchful." This suggests that the hall served as a place for vigilance or observation.

In Grímnismál, the speaker, Odin in disguise, lists several of his abodes to the young king Geirröd. auguð is mentioned alongside other notable halls such as Gladsheim, Valhalla itself, and Bilskirnir, Thor's dwelling. The precise function or significance of auguð beyond its name's implication is not detailed in the poem. Its inclusion in this list serves to further illustrate Odin's numerous possessions and his powerful status within the Norse cosmology. The name itself contributes to the imagery of a watchful deity, reinforcing Odin's role as a god of wisdom, war, and magic, often depicted as a seeker of knowledge and a protector of his realm. The word auguð is a compound of Old Norse words related to "eye" and "guard" or "watch."