þræðabundnar

þræðabundnar is an Old Norse term that translates to "bound by threads" or "ensnared." It appears in Norse mythology and literature, often referring to a state of being trapped or destined. The concept is most prominently associated with the Norns, the female beings who weave the fate of gods and mortals. Their threads represent the interconnectedness of events and the inexorable nature of destiny. þræðabundnar can describe individuals or even gods who find themselves in a situation where their actions are predetermined or their freedom is limited by the weave of fate. The term suggests a lack of agency, implying that one's path has already been set by unseen forces. While often carrying a sense of helplessness, it also highlights the intricate and often mysterious workings of the cosmic order as understood in Norse belief systems. The idea of being þræðabundnar underscores the fatalistic elements present in many pre-Christian Norse narratives.