A New Demon from Every Drop of Blood: Raktabija vs. the Divine Mothers
A myth about male arrogance and how the goddess Durga was invoked to defeat demons who never conceived a female could best them.
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Born from the Flames: Salamander Mythology
Despite the visual resemblance to lizards, salamanders (also known as newts) are classified as amphibians, sharing tadpole stages and skin respiration with their close cousins, frogs and Read more "Born from the Flames: Salamander Mythology"
Adam Awakes Alone Outside of Eden
I awoke outside the Walls of Eden.What have I done to get here?Why was Father so angry?What have I done to deserve this?Where is my missing half?And Read more "Adam Awakes Alone Outside of Eden"
Decoding Dream Symbolism in Ancient Greco-Rome
As a species we humans have been interpreting our dreams at least as far back as recorded history goes, and possibly long before then. Even the ancient Read more "Decoding Dream Symbolism in Ancient Greco-Rome"
Think Outside the Box: Mnemosyne, Mother of the Arts
Mnemosyne is the Goddess of memory and mother to the Muses, the Goddesses of Art. The relationship between memory and art is an integral part of the human creation process, especially for the ancient Greeks whose epics and stories were passed on orally long before they were written down.
Haunted Statues: The Ghost of Memnon
This crumbling statue of Amenhotep III was once thought to be haunted by the ghost of Memnon from Greek mythology. Many notable Greek and Roman travelers took a pilgrimage to see the statue, believing it was supernaturally possessed and held the power of an oracle.
What Lurks Beneath? Sewer Monsters throughout the Ages
Indoor plumbing is one of the greatest advancements of our civilization, it allows fresh running water and waste disposal at our fingertips. This technology meant huge underground structures Read more "What Lurks Beneath? Sewer Monsters throughout the Ages"
It’s A Dog’s Life: The Roots of Cynical Philosophy
When we throw around the word cynic casually, it usually refers to someone who distrusts the motives of others while looking down on them. This is a Read more "It s A Dog s Life: The Roots of Cynical Philosophy"
Greco-Roman Weasels: Magic, Midwives, and Vengeful Brides
Protecting food and grain stores was a vital element of survival in ancient times, so while ancient Egyptians were busy breeding domesticated cats to keep mice and Read more "Greco-Roman Weasels: Magic, Midwives, and Vengeful Brides"
Romulus and Remus: Humans Playing Gods, Gods Playing Humans
We live in an age of mythological proportions; animals that have been driven extinct are now being resurrected from the dead. There are, of course, moral implications Read more "Romulus and Remus: Humans Playing Gods, Gods Playing Humans"