07/15/2026
Wisdom Wednesdays @ Premier!
The name “Wednesday” comes from the Old English word “Wōdnesdæg” which means “Woden’s day.” Woden or Odin was a god in Norse mythology who was associated with wisdom, healing, and death. He was the ruler of the gods and was often depicted as a one-eyed man with a long beard and a staff.
In many European languages, the name for Wednesday is derived from Woden or Odin, such as “Mercredi” in French and “Mittwoch” in German. This reflects the influence of Norse mythology on these cultures.
In Norse mythology, Odin was also depicted as having two ravens, Huginn and Muninn. The names Huginn and Muninn translate to "thought" and "memory" in Old Norse. These names reflect their roles in gathering information for Odin, the Allfather, who is known for his insatiable quest for knowledge. Every day, Odin would send Huginn and Muninn out at dawn to fly across the Nine Realms, gathering news and insights. They would return by breakfast to report back to him, allowing Odin to stay informed about the happenings in the world.
(source: www.havefunwithhistory.com/facts-about-wednesday, Wikipedia, Norse Mythology for Smart People)