Scandinavian Proverbs

Scandinavian Proverbs distill wisdom from Viking seafaring, long winters, and tight-knit farms. They prize plain speech, courage, thrift, and dry humor, weighing honor, work, and nature’s moods.

Go often to the house of thy friend; for weeds soon choke up the unused path. (Scandinavian Proverb)
'tis the last straw that breaks the camel's back. View proverb
Scandinavian Proverb
It is the great north wind that made the Vikings. View proverb
Scandinavian Proverb