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In Norse mythology, Idun (also Iduna, Idunn, Ithun, or Idunnor, Old Norse Iðunn) was the goddess of youth, fertility, and death. She was the custodian of golden apple s which allowed the Aesir gods to maintain their youthfulness, and was the only god allowed to gather them, keeping them in a golden chest. Iduna was the wife of Bragi, god of poetry, and originally a member of the Vanir. She departed the fields and forests of Vanaheim to live with him in Asgard.

Iduna was abducted by Thiazi, a storm giant, who wished to have her apples solely to himself. During her absence, the Aesir began to age without the rejuvenating qualities of her apples, prompting them to press Loki into the task of rescuing her. Borrowing FreyaSee Freya radar for German World War II radar. This article uses English names. Old Norse names are given in italics in parentheses''. Freya Freyja , the sister of Frey Freyr and the daughter of Niord Njrdr , is usually seen as the fertility goddess of No's falconFor other uses of the word falcon see falcon (disambiguation). About 37; see text. A Falcon is any of several species of bird of the genus Falco such as the Peregrine Falcon which are raptors or " birds of prey". Overview Falcons have thin, pointed wings, cloakA cloak is a type of loose garment which is worn over indoor clothing and serves the same purpose as an overcoat it protects the wearer from the cold, rain or wind for example, or it may form part of a fashionable outfit (e. opera cloak) or uniform. Cloak, he retrieved her from ThrymheimIn Norse mythology, Thrymheim ("house of uproar") was the abode of Thiazi, a giant, located in Jotunheim. It was also the home of Skadi, the wife of Niord who became homesick for the place after her marriage. Norse mythology., transforming her into the form of a nut for the flight back. Thiazi, displeased, pursued them in the form of an eagleAquila ''Haliaeetus ''Pithecophaga ''Circaetus Scientists argue whether Accipitriformes are a separate order,or belong to the Falconiformes. Eagles are large birds of prey, which are found mainly in the Old World, with only two species ( Bald Eagle and Go, but was defeated by having his wings set alight by a bonfire created by the Aesir.

Iduna is celebrated with a feast day on the Vernal Equinox.