Afterlife of Animals
In Norse culture
Animals in Norse culture have a spirit and soul, the same as humans do. The concept that only humans have a soul is indeed entirely Abrahamic and is abhorrent in Norse culture.
As a result, when it comes to the afterlife, animals such as dogs and cats have a similar standing as humans, and more specifically their owner. The pets (or working dogs) will th…
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