From Nammu and An to Nanna and Utu, the Sumerians, who lived in ancient Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq) around 4,000 to 2,000 BCE, had a rich pantheon of gods and goddesses that played important roles in their religious beliefs and daily life. The Most Important Ancient Sumerian Gods With more than 3,000 Sumerian gods and goddesses, …
Apollo was one of the most influential and revered of all the Olympian gods. Temples were built for him all over the ancient world, and he was worshiped by Greeks in major cities such as Athens and Sparta. Today, he lives on as the god of the sun, light, and music. What is Apollo the …
For over 100 years, we have used cars for various purposes so that today’s car manufacturers know we can’t do without them. Many events have led to technological advancements in the modern car throughout history. It has been a long way since the Ford Model-T and even longer since we used horse carriages. Today’s cars …
Cronus, also known as Kronos was one of the Titans. He was the youngest of the twelve Titans and the son of Uranus (the sky) and Gaia (the earth). Cronus is most famously known for his role in the overthrow of his father, Uranus. A baby-eating, patricidal god, Cronus ruled over all after deposing his …
Demeter, daughter of Chronos, mother of Persephone, and sister of Hera, may not be one of the better-known Greek gods and goddesses, but she is one of the most important. A member of the original twelve Olympians, she played a central role in the creation of seasons. Demeter was worshiped well before many of the …
Buddhism is generally considered a non-theistic religion, meaning that it does not revolve around the worship of a singular supreme deity or gods in the way that some other religions do. Instead, Buddhism focuses on the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama, known as the Buddha, who emphasized the path to enlightenment and the alleviation of suffering. …