Every pantheon always has a female deity augmenting the influence of those around them. We have seen it in every significant mythology: Isis in Egyptian tales, Yemonja in African myths, and of course, the Greek Rhea and her Roman counterpart Ops. However, we haven’t heard of many female figures across mythology directly connected to the …
Irish and Welsh mythology is full of mysterious and entrancing figures. Unfortunately, many of their stories are lost to time due to oral retelling and tales passed down from generation to generation. But hold up, there is one that partially survived this violent advance by the ravages of time and it’s about Arawn, the king …
Of course, mythology isn’t always about the heroes and saviors who come in clutch last second and steal the day. Sometimes, it’s also about the tricksters and jokers. In Irish mythology, the one having all the fun was Bres, a legendary king despised by all and loved by none. What is Bres the God Of? …
Ah, yes, mother figures and mythology. Both of these go hand-in-hand. We have seen it in all the major ones. Isis and Mut in Egyptian mythology, Parvati in Hindu, Rhea in Greek, and her Roman equivalent Ops. After all, having such a goddess rooted at the spearhead of any pantheon is crucial. It indicates how …
While the average ancient technology may not be able to compete with our modern gadgets and gizmos like Netflix and artificial intelligence, they are still worth exploring for their sheer ingenuity and quirkiness. From the mysterious Antikythera Mechanism to the massive pyramids of Giza, these technologies showcase the creativity and resourcefulness of our ancestors. The …
From the shadows of the underworld, a figure emerges, her pale skin stark against the darkness. She is Hel: Norse goddess of death, the keeper of the dead, a Jotunn of darkness and despair, feared yet revered by all who know her name in Norse mythology. From her cold and comfortless halls, she watches over …