The word "Skol" (from Old Norse "skál") originally meant "bowl" — specifically a drinking bowl used in communal sharing. Over time, it evolved into a toast or cheer meaning "Cheers!" or "To your health!" used during Viking feasts and celebrations. It symbolized camaraderie, hospitality, and shared experience among Vikings. Contrary to myth, Vikings did not drink from skulls, and "Skol" is not related to such practices. Today, "Skol" is widely used as a rallying cheer, especially by fans of the Minnesota Vikings football team, reflecting its Scandinavian roots and connotations of unity and celebration.
