“Amun Ra,” “Atum Ra,” or maybe just “Ra” is the god who made sure the sun was rising, who would travel the underworld by boat, and who ruled over all other Egyptian gods. He is perhaps one of the oldest deities in human history. As the sun god, Ra was powerful and deadly, but he …
Freyr is a Norse god of fertility, prosperity, and the harvest. He is a member of the Vanir tribe of gods and is often depicted as a handsome and benevolent god. He is most famously known for his connection to fertility and agriculture, as he was believed to bring good harvests and abundance to the …
In Roman mythology, Vesta was the goddess of the home and hearth. For the Roman people, she was the representation of purity and reason. Vesta is a goddess who is not only limited by what she looks over. Instead, her office extends far into the works of other deities. As a result, this makes her …
The French Fry, that innocuous-sounding name for potatoes deep-fried in oil and served without fail at all American fast food joints, are probably not even French after all. Everyone the world over is familiar with the snack and with the name, even if they do not call it that themselves. It might be one of …
The term “hot dog” to refer to a type of sausage or frankfurter has an interesting and somewhat debated origin. There are a few theories about how the name came about. The Tad Dorgan cartoon theory is widely accepted, but the other theories also have their proponents. Regardless of its exact origins, the term “hot …
Loki is the Norse trickster god. He is a complex and multifaceted deity known for his cunning, mischief, and shape-shifting abilities. He is both a friend and a foe to the other gods in the Norse pantheon, frequently causing trouble and chaos while also aiding them in various situations. Who is Loki? Loki is a …