Lífthrasir

Lífthrasir is a prominent figure in Norse mythology, a human survivor destined to repopulate the world after Ragnarök, the twilight of the gods. Alongside his mate, Líf, he is prophesied to emerge from the remnants of the world, finding refuge in the primeval forest of Hoddmímis holt. This sacred grove is said to shield them from the cataclysmic fires and floods that accompany the end of the old order.

The name Lífthrasir translates to "life-yearner" or "life-lover," emphasizing his role as a progenitor of a new era. He and Líf are the sole human couple to survive the destruction, their existence secured by their hiding place. After Ragnarök subsides, they will awaken to a renewed and verdant Earth, free from the corruption and strife of the previous age.

The myth of Lífthrasir and Líf represents a powerful theme of renewal and hope within Norse cosmology. Despite the inevitable destruction, the cycle of life continues. They will feed on the morning dew and the fruits of the earth, symbolizing their connection to the natural world and their role in its rebirth. Their descendants will then repopulate the world, creating a new civilization in the aftermath of divine and worldly collapse. The exact location and nature of Hoddmímis holt remain somewhat ambiguous in the surviving texts, adding to the mystical aura surrounding Lífthrasir and his mate.