Norse mythology
Mimir's Well
The well of infinite wisdom hidden beneath one of Yggdrasil's roots, where Odin sacrificed an eye to drink from its waters.
Mimir's Well lies beneath the root of Yggdrasil that reaches toward the frost giants, and in its water wisdom and understanding are hidden. Its keeper is Mimir, who grows wise by drinking from it every morning with the horn Gjallarhorn. When Odin asked for a single drink, he had to leave one of his eyes in the well as a pledge, and Völuspá says it still lies there. After the war between the Aesir and Vanir, the Vanir beheaded Mimir, and Odin preserved his head with herbs and spells so that it could still speak to him. As Ragnarok begins, Odin rides to the well to take counsel from Mimir.
Quick questions
What is Mimir's Well?
The well of infinite wisdom hidden beneath one of Yggdrasil's roots, where Odin sacrificed an eye to drink from its waters.
Which mythology does Mimir's Well belong to?
Mimir's Well belongs to Norse mythology.
Which myths feature Mimir's Well?
The myth that features Mimir's Well is “Odin and the Quest for Wisdom”.
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