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Egypt Street Views The Kolbrin Which Culture Sparks Your Curiosity? Best Books on Comparative Mythology and Folklore Please introduce yourself More Greek Mythology Norse Mythology Ancient Egypt Ancient Rome Ancient Mesopotamia Suggested Books PARTNERS Myths & Legends All over the world there are extraordinary stories—stories that once upon a time were believed to be true but are today limited to the sphere of ancient myths and legends. The question remains, are those myths and legends something that existed in the minds of our ancestors, or were they based on true events? It is true that most of those ancient myths and legends appear to the scientific world to be fictitious products of vivid imaginations whose goals were purely to explain phenomena beyond their comprehension. Yet is it not arrogant to accuse our ancestors of being uncivilised and ignorant in one breath, then offer them praise and admiration over their monuments, buildings, art, sculptures, and societies in the next? This only proves that our modern society has two contradictory attitudes toward our past.In this section we will explore some of the most amazing myths and legends from around the world—legends that may hold truths that can unlock the secrets of our ancient origins. Europe Asia Americas Australia Africa 28 January, 2024 - 23:54 Aleksa Vučković Shiva, One of the Oldest Gods in the World Shiva, one of the principal deities in Hinduism, is a complex and multifaceted figure whose significance extends far beyond the bounds of religious worship. Revered as the god of destruction and... Read Later Read more about Shiva, One of the Oldest Gods in the World 27 January, 2024 - 13:51 Aleksa Vučković Osun Sacred Grove: Where A West African Spiritual Tradition Flourishes The Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove, located on the outskirts of Osogbo in southwestern Nigeria, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its cultural and spiritual significance. This sacred forest,... Read Later Read more about Osun Sacred Grove: Where A West African Spiritual Tradition Flourishes 14 January, 2024 - 23:57 Avi Kumar Beyond Reality: 5 Common Themes in World Mythologies Across the world we have different myths and legends from the elephant god Ganesha to the Maya Jaguar gods to different types of angels, goblins, and fairy like figures that have different names, but... Read Later Read more about Beyond Reality: 5 Common Themes in World Mythologies 6 January, 2024 - 16:54 Aleksa Vučković Rethinking Barbarians: Were They Really Savages? The term "barbarian" has long been associated with images of savagery and brutality, conjuring thoughts of uncivilized societies on the fringes of the ancient world. However, the question arises:... Read Later Read more about Rethinking Barbarians: Were They Really Savages? 2 January, 2024 - 00:00 Joanna Gillan The Lost Years of Nabonidus, Last King of the Neo-Babylonian Empire Nabonidus was the last king of the Neo-Babylonian Empire, reigning from 556-539 BC. He took the throne after the assassination of the boy-king Labashi-Marduk, who was murdered in a conspiracy only... Read Later Read more about The Lost Years of Nabonidus, Last King of the Neo-Babylonian Empire 31 December, 2023 - 17:00 Aleksa Vučković The Rise of Hermanubis: The Hybrid God of Both Rome and Egypt When the Romans invaded and incorporated ancient Egypt into their vast empire, they inevitably brought with them their own customs, traditions, and religion. But, even so, they could not extinguish... Read Later Read more about The Rise of Hermanubis: The Hybrid God of Both Rome and Egypt 30 December, 2023 - 19:55 Robbie Mitchell Five Fascinating Facts About the Mycenaeans (Video) Unraveling the mysteries of the Mycenaeans, a once-vibrant civilization, poses a challenging task. The enigma surrounding their collapse , marked by the destruction of grand palaces around 1250 BC,... Read Later Read more about Five Fascinating Facts About the Mycenaeans (Video) 29 December, 2023 - 13:54 Aleksa Vučković Dionysus, the Mysterious Greek God of Wine and Ecstasy In the realm of ancient gods and goddesses, few held such an esteemed place in history as Dionysus. This vibrant and multifaceted deity of ancient Greek mythology embodies the essence of wine,... Read Later Read more about Dionysus, the Mysterious Greek God of Wine and Ecstasy 12 December, 2023 - 00:53 Robbie Mitchell Little Known Facts About the Queen of Sheba (Video) The Queen of Sheba , a figure entwined in diverse mythologies, offers a rich tapestry of narratives across various cultures. Mentioned in the Hebrew Bible, Torah, Bible, and Qur'an, she weaves... Read Later Read more about Little Known Facts About the Queen of Sheba (Video) 8 December, 2023 - 19:52 Robbie Mitchell Uncovering the Truth Behind the Real Lady Godiva (Video) Unraveling Lady Godiva's historical tapestry involves navigating through legends and nuances. The infamous 11th-century Countess of Mercia is best known for her supposed naked ride through Coventry,... Read Later Read more about Uncovering the Truth Behind the Real Lady Godiva (Video) 6 December, 2023 - 17:56 Ahmed Osman Egypt Remembers: Where are the Ancient Accounts of the Great Exodus? The biblical story of the Israelites’ Descent and Great Exodus speaks about important events that took place in Egypt. We should, therefore, expect to find records of these events in Egyptian sources... Read Later Read more about Egypt Remembers: Where are the Ancient Accounts of the Great Exodus? 5 December, 2023 - 19:52 Robbie Mitchell Boudicca: The Truth Behind the British Legend (Video) Boudicca, the enigmatic warrior queen of the Iceni, has become a legendary figure in British history. Her rebellion against the Roman Empire, shrouded in the accounts of historians Tacitus and... Read Later Read more about Boudicca: The Truth Behind the British Legend (Video) 26 November, 2023 - 22:06 johnblack Jason and his Mythological Quest for the Legendary Golden Fleece One of the most fascinating stories of ancient Greek mythology is the story of the Argonauts and the Quest for the Golden Fleece. Set in the pre-Trojan War era, this epic narrative unfolds during a... Read Later Read more about Jason and his Mythological Quest for the Legendary Golden Fleece 17 November, 2023 - 17:56 Robbie Mitchell 10 Spine-Chilling Ancient Superstitions and Their Origins Superstitions have long held a grip on human imagination, weaving threads of fear and fascination into the tapestry of our history. Today many of us no longer believe in them (or claim not to) but... Read Later Read more about 10 Spine-Chilling Ancient Superstitions and Their Origins 8 November, 2023 - 14:00 Brad Yoon Is The Real Location of the Ancient Underworld Right in Front of Us? The myth of the underworld, much like the myth of the lost paradise and the worldwide deluge, is a universal one. Cultures from all across the world, past and present, widely separated and with... Read Later Read more about Is The Real Location of the Ancient Underworld Right in Front of Us? 7 November, 2023 - 17:51 Aleksa Vučković The Lead Books of Sacromonte: Historic Forgery or a True Christian Relic? The Lead Books of Sacromonte, also known as the Libros Plúmbeos or the Sacromonte manuscripts, are a collection of purportedly ancient religious texts that were supposedly discovered in the 16th... Read Later Read more about The Lead Books of Sacromonte: Historic Forgery or a True Christian Relic? 5 November, 2023 - 21:53 Joanna Gillan Warding Off the Evil Eye: Ancient Rings and Phallic Talismans For thousands of years, people have been plagued by the haunting belief that envious or disdainful gazes could bring them harm, injury, bad luck or even death. In response, various cultures have... Read Later Read more about Warding Off the Evil Eye: Ancient Rings and Phallic Talismans 30 October, 2023 - 13:56 Aleksa Vučković 10 Most Fearsome Gods in Ancient Mythology Throughout the long ages of our collective history, gods and goddesses have been revered, worshiped, and feared . Ancient mythologies from around the world are rife with deities who instilled awe and... Read Later Read more about 10 Most Fearsome Gods in Ancient Mythology 26 October, 2023 - 19:00 Aleksa Vučković Deciphering Mordred: The Enigma at the Heart of Arthurian Legend In the vast realm of Arthurian legend, few characters evoke as much intrigue and controversy as Mordred. Described as the treacherous nephew of King Arthur, Mordred's role in the Arthurian saga is... Read Later Read more about Deciphering Mordred: The Enigma at the Heart of Arthurian Legend 11 October, 2023 - 15:08 dhwty Durandal: The Epic Saga of Roland's Legendary Sword Throughout history, renowned figures and legendary heroes have been associated with mythical swords. Excalibur , linked to King Arthur of Camelot, and the Zulfiqar, believed to have been a divine... Read Later Read more about Durandal: The Epic Saga of Roland's Legendary Sword 30 September, 2023 - 19:00 Aleksa Vučković The Haunted History and Resting Heroes of Bonamargy Friary Old ruins and abandoned places have always tickled the imagination. They’ve also been a primary source for local legends across the centuries. Ireland, thanks to its long and rich history, is full of... Read Later Read more about The Haunted History and Resting Heroes of Bonamargy Friary 23 September, 2023 - 19:14 Robbie Mitchell Why is the Sphinx Considered a Guardian Figure? (Video) The Sphinx , an intriguing creature with the body of a lioness, avian wings, and a serpentine tail, is most commonly associated with the Egyptians but could also be found in Greek mythology . In fact... Read Later Read more about Why is the Sphinx Considered a Guardian Figure? (Video) 13 September, 2023 - 21:00 Robbie Mitchell The Tower of London’s Haunted History (Video) The Tower of London , a storied monument, holds a dark history that continues to haunt its walls. From its origins as a fortress by William the Conqueror to a prison and even a zoo, the Tower's past... Read Later Read more about The Tower of London’s Haunted History (Video) 30 August, 2023 - 22:55 Bernard Jones The Voyage of Aeneas of Troy: Did it Really Happen? The Trojan War is the cardinal point in both British and European history. According to the British chronicles their ancient kings and princes are descended from Brutus the Trojan , the great... Read Later Read more about The Voyage of Aeneas of Troy: Did it Really Happen? 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