varnandi

Varnandi is a figure in Norse mythology, a goddess associated with fate and the passage of time. She is one of the three Norns, who reside at the Well of Urd beneath the world tree Yggdrasil. The Norns are responsible for weaving the destinies of all beings, gods and mortals alike.

Varnandi is typically depicted as the present moment, representing what is currently happening or unfolding. While her sisters Urd (the past) and Skuld (the future) are often described more prominently, Varnandi's role is crucial in connecting the past to the future through the ongoing weave of fate. Her presence signifies the continuous flow of events and the unfolding of destinies as they are being shaped.

The Norns, including Varnandi, are powerful beings whose decrees are absolute and cannot be altered even by the gods. They are often portrayed as formidable and mysterious, their actions deeply influencing the course of the cosmos. The imagery of weaving is central to their function, with the threads representing lives and events. Varnandi's specific task within this cosmic weaving is to manage the present, ensuring that the tapestry of destiny continues to be created.