drautung

Drautung is a term used in Germanic mythology to refer to the act of a god or hero drinking the blood of a slain enemy. This practice is often associated with the Norse god Odin, who is said to have drunk the blood of the giant Ymir to gain wisdom and strength. The concept of drautung is central to the idea of the hero's journey, where the hero must face and overcome challenges to achieve personal growth and triumph. In Norse mythology, drautung is also linked to the concept of the "wolf's feast," where the hero consumes the flesh of a slain enemy, symbolizing the absorption of the enemy's power and identity. The act of drautung is a powerful metaphor for the transformation and empowerment that comes from confronting and overcoming adversity.