Ragnar Lothbrok is a legendary farmer turned Norse king of the Viking era.
Like many other legends of ancient times, there is little known about him. And most of what little facts are there, seem to be shrouded in ambiguity.
In the TV series 'Vikings', based both on fiction and fact, he seems to be a character of immense courage and distinguished intelligence. His love for his family and close ones touches the viewers' hearts.
Even when he dies, his last words reflect his love for his sons. He claims that a hero entering into Valhalla does not lament his death, he claims that he will await his sons there to listen to their accounts of glory.
His last words are "The Aesir will welcome me! My death comes without apology!" That is why we have compiled a list of quotes from this legend for the fans to enjoy.
About power, Ragnar said, "it corrupts the best and attracts the worst." Whether you are looking for Ragnar Lothbrok quotes on power, 'Vikings' quotes, Viking sayings, or Ragnar Lothbrok quotes power, you will find them here.
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Ragnar Lothbrok Best Quotes
Here are some of the best King Ragnar Lothbrok quotes for you to enjoy. If you are looking for Viking warrior quotes or Viking quotes about battle, you will find them here.
1. "I would worry less about the gods and more about the fury of a patient man."
- Ragnar Lothbrok, 'Vikings', Season Three, Episode Eight, 'To The Gates'.
2. "You see, I guided my fate. I fashioned the course of my life and death."
- Ragnar Lothbrok, 'Vikings', Season Four, Episode 15, 'All His Angels'.
3. "Power is only given to those who are prepared to lower themselves to pick it up."
- Ragnar Lothbrok, 'Vikings', Season Three, Episode One, 'Mercenary'.
4. "We fight. That is how we win, and that is how we die."
- Ragnar Lothbrok, 'Vikings', Season Three, Episode Three, 'Warrior's Fate'.
5. "You and your Gods are wrong."
- Ragnar Lothbrok, 'Vikings', Season Four, Episode 15, 'All His Angels'.
6. "The world is changing and we must change with it."
— Ragnar Lothbrok, 'Vikings', Season Two, Episode Two, 'Invasion'.
7. "In my mind, I wish I had never left the farm."
- Ragnar Lothbrok, 'Vikings', Season Four, Episode 11, 'The Outsider'.
8. "Don’t waste your time looking back. You’re not going that way."
- Ragnar Lothbrok, 'Vikings', Season Four,, Episode Six, 'What Might Have Been'.
Important Ragnar Lothbrok Quotes
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9. "In my world, I am constantly torn between killing myself or everyone around me."
- Ragnar Lothbrok, 'Vikings', Season Four, Episode Four, 'Yol'.
10. "You’re a brave man Athelstan. I always respected you for that. You taught me so much. You saw yourself as weak and conflicted, but to me, you were fearless because you dared to question."
- Ragnar Lothbrok, 'Vikings', Season Three, Episode Six, 'Born Again'.
11. "The gods are man's creation to give answers that they are too afraid to give themselves."
- Ragnar Lothbrok, 'Vikings', Season Four, Episode 15 'All His Angels'.
12. "Athelstan: I’ve rediscovered my faith. I’m a new man, born again through the love of Jesus Christ.
Ragnar: Then you are a Christian again...
Athelstan: With all my heart, with all my soul, with all my being. I can no longer acknowledge your god. I suppose it is better that I leave Kattegat now.
Ragnar:' What do you mean? You cannot leave...You cannot leave me. I love you, and you’re the only one I can trust. So, you must stay. I’m happy that you have found your god. While you are here, no one will ever hurt you, I will protect you'."
- Ragnar and Athelstan, 'Vikings', Season Three, Episode Six, 'Born Again'.
13. "I cannot stop thinking about death. Death intrigues me. The death of children. The death of friends. But my own death continues to elude me."
- Ragnar Lothbrok, 'Vikings', Season Four, Episode Four, 'Yol'.
14. "Man is the master of his own fate, not the gods."
- Ragnar Lothbrok, 'Vikings', Season Four, Episode 15 'All His Angels'.
15. "It is one thing to use a weapon, but another to kill."
- Ragnar Lothbrok, 'Vikings', Season Two, Episode Two, 'Invasion'.
Ragnar Lothbrok Quotes To Ivar
Time and again, his intellect and wisdom have rendered the fans speechless. In his last conversation with Ivar, Ragnar passes the torch to him, paving the way for the most feared Viking of all time, Ivar The Boneless.
16. "You do not think like other men. You’re unpredictable and that will serve you well."
- Ragnar Lothbrok, 'Vikings', Season Four, Episode 15 'All His Angels'.
17. "Use your anger intelligently and I promise you, my son, that one day the whole world will know and fear Ivar the Boneless."
- Ragnar Lothbrok, 'Vikings', Season Four, Episode 15 'All His Angels'.
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