—The Song of Gods
Jhunal, also known as Jhunal the Rune God, is the Nordic god of hermetic orders, knowledge and wisdom, represented by an owl,[1] and is one of the Hearth Gods[2] and the Nordic father of language and mathematics. After falling out of favor with the rest of that pantheon, he became Julianos of the Nine Divines. He is largely absent in modern Skyrim mythology.[3]
Vivec mentioned "JHUNAL" as one of the eight known worlds.[4]
WorshipEdit
Although worship of Jhunal has waned with most Nords, there are still those who have not forgotten him and aim for a higher purpose than the brandishing of swords and pursue things such as scholarship, history, reading, and invention. Certain Nord warriors also respect Jhunal as they must also have a strong mind and the knowledge to carry them through battle.[5] His teachings are paired up with those of Stuhn.[6]
Wise-Wing the OwlEdit
Wise-Wing the Owl was a mythical owl companion of Jhunal the Rune God, Nordic god of knowledge and wisdom. Like her, Jhunal’s symbol was also an owl.
Wise-Wing the Owl is linked to the god Jhunal or Julianos, in the northern regions of Tamriel. During the Witches Festival, it is believed that she serves as a protector, cautioning the unwary to steer clear of graveyards and witches' covens where danger may await. Masks were crafted in Wise-Wing's likeness. It was believed by some that wearing her owl-shaped mask would inspire others to trust in the wearer's wisdom and guidance.
She was commonly depicted as a barred owl. Wearing tail-feathers from a barred owl was considered a sign of devotion to the God of Wisdom.
NotesEdit
- Jhunal is referred to as a Clever Man in Shor Son of Shor by Tsun.[UOL 1]
GalleryEdit
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Owl totem (Skyrim)
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Priest of Jhunal
ReferencesEdit
- ^ Holy Symbol of Jhunal item description in ESO
- ^ Divines and the Nords — High Priest Ingurt
- ^ Varieties of Faith... — Brother Mikhael Karkuxor of the Imperial College
- ^ 36 Lessons of Vivec, Sermon 3 — Vivec
- ^ Jhunal the Rune God
- ^ Meet This Year's Officiate - Breda — Breda
Note: The following references are considered to be unofficial sources. They are included to round off this article and may not be authoritative or conclusive.