E. Cobham Brewer 1810–1897. Dictionary of Phrase and Fable. 1898.
Wie’land (2 syl.).
The famous smith of Scandinavian fable. He and Amilias had a contest of skill in their handicraft. Wieland’s sword cleft his rival down to the thighs; but so sharp was the sword, that Amilias was not aware of the cut till he attempted to stir, when he divided into two pieces. This sword was named Balmung.
