Vili

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Vili was one of the Æsir and a son of Bestla and Borr in Norse mythology. His brothers were Vé and Odin. He was known for having given humanity emotion and intelligence. According to Loki, in Lokasenna, he had an affair with Odin's wife, Frigg.

In Völuspá, at the creation of the first man (Ask) and woman (Embla), Hœnir and Lóðurr help Odin. In Gylfaginning, Vili and Vé are mentioned instead. As Snorri knew Völuspá, it is very likely that Hœnir was another name for Vili.

Other Spellings

• German form: Willio

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