the Havamal

“Wake early if you want another man's life or land. No lamb for the lazy wolf. No battle's won in bed. - The Havamal”

“Cattle die kinsmen die all men are mortal. Words of praise will never perish nor a noble name. - The Havamal; Book of Viking Wisdom”

“Never walk away from home ahead of your axe and sword. You can't feel a battle in your bones or foresee a fight. - The Havama; Book of Viking Wisdom”