The Aesir (Old Norse Æsir or Old High German Ansleh) are the principal race of gods in Norse mythology. The Aesir live in Asgard: a realm gilded with gold and bathing in light. The Norse gods and the implications of the world tree Yggdrasil are integral to understanding the religion of northern European peoples. Norse …
Somnus is one of the more obscure deities in Greco-Roman mythology. Somnus or Hypnos (as was his Greek name) is the shadowy Roman god of sleep. Indeed, he was considered the personification of sleep by the ancient Greeks and Romans. As is rather fitting of the god of sleep, Somnus seems to be a mysterious …
Ceres is the Roman goddess of agriculture, grain crops, fertility, and motherly love. She is equivalent to the Greek goddess Demeter and was highly revered by the ancient Romans as the provider of food and sustenance. She was often depicted holding sheaves of wheat or barley, symbolizing the abundance of crops. The myth of Ceres …
Ptah was an ancient Egyptian deity associated with creation, craftsmanship, and architecture. He was often depicted as a mummified figure with a skullcap and a long beard and was considered a creator god, responsible for crafting and shaping the world and everything in it. He was closely linked with the city of Memphis in Egypt …
Minerva is the Roman goddess of wisdom, justice, law, and victory and an extremely important part of the Roman pantheon. She plays many important roles, such as the patron and sponsor of the arts and trade and even military strategy. While her association with war and battle was perhaps not as overt as was the …
Vulcan is the Roman god of fire, metalworking, and craftsmanship. He is often associated with the Greek god Hephaestus and is known for his skill in forging and creating objects, including weapons, armor, and various tools. He is also considered to be the patron deity of blacksmiths and artisans. Vulcan is depicted as a strong, …