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Bragi
In stanza 27 of Lokasenna, Frigg is not necessarily despising Bragi. She is expressing the wish to have a son as brave as Baldr, who was known for his courage and beauty. The reference to Loki is a way to emphasize the difference between Baldr and the other gods, including Bragi, in terms of courage and ability. It's not so much a criticism of Bragi, but a way to highlight Baldr's exceptional nature.Tags: Visual editMobile editMobile web edit