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The etymology of the word "Thursday" can be connected to the Norse mythology. The Norse god of thunder and lightning, Thor, gives its name to the day. Thursday literally means "Thor's day".
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What Roman god is Thursday named after?
Thursday is actually not named after a Roman god- 'Thursday' is named after Thor, the god of thunder from Norse mythology.
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Why are the days of the week named that way?
The days of the week were named after gods from Norse mythology. For example, Thursday was originally "Thor's day", named after the god Thor.
Why is Norse mythology important?
Many modern day things take names or ideas from Norse mythology. some of the more know are the days of the week Friday - Freya's day Thursday-Thor's day Santa clause was an image of Odin. there is a lot taken from those myths. read them and find out
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What Roman god is Thursday named after?
Thursday is actually not named after a Roman god- 'Thursday' is named after Thor, the god of thunder from Norse mythology.
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What does still mean in Greek mythology?
there is no such thing in greek mythology.
Thursday in latin?
The Romans did not have a contemporary 7-day week. Therefore, there is no Latin word for "Thursday," unless one was created later by the Catholic Church. Also note that the days of the week in English come from Norse mythology. (i.e. Thursday is Thor's day.)
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This must be a Thursday or It must be Thursday
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Tomorrow is Thursday
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What is jueves mean in English?
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What is the Greek mythology name for tiger?
You really don't mean what is the greek mythology name for tiger, you mean the greek name for tiger. Because, friend, greek mythology is not a language
Is Greek mythology genre?
I don't mean to be rude, but isn't it obvious? Greek Mythology goes under the category of mythology.
