Helvítis-virki
Old Norse Dictionary - helvítis-virki
Meaning of Old Norse word "helvítis-virki"
As defined by the Cleasby & Vigfusson Old Norse to English dictionary:
- helvítis-virki
- n. the stronghold of hell, Niðrst. 107.
Possible runic inscription in Younger Futhark:ᚼᛁᛚᚢᛁᛏᛁᛋ-ᚢᛁᚱᚴᛁ
Younger Futhark runes were used from 8th to 12th centuries in Scandinavia and their overseas settlements
Abbreviations used:
- n.
- neuter.
Works & Authors cited:
- Niðrst.
- Niðrstigningar Saga. (F. III.)