In Roman mythology, Saturn was a god associated with agriculture, wealth, and time. He was often depicted as an older man with a long beard, holding a sickle or scythe. Saturn was also closely linked to the concept of the “Golden Age,” a mythical period of great prosperity and peace. In Greek mythology, Saturn’s equivalent …
One of the original twelve Titan gods and goddesses of Greek mythology, Themis was the goddess of divine law and order. She was seen as the personification of justice and fairness, of wisdom and good counsel and she was portrayed with several symbols to signify her relationship with justice. She was also credited with oracular …
In Greek mythology, Hyperion was one of the Titans, the ancient beings who were the children of Uranus (the sky) and Gaia (the earth). Hyperion was often associated with the sun and is sometimes referred to as the “Titan of the East” or the “Titan of the Sun,” although he was rather a representation of …
Pele is a significant goddess in Hawaiian mythology and is often referred to as the goddess of fire, lightning, wind, and volcanoes. Her connection to volcanoes is central to her mythology and she is often depicted as a passionate and volatile deity with a fiery temper. Many stories revolve around her interactions with humans, often …
Enki and Enlil are two important deities in Mesopotamian mythology, particularly in the religious beliefs of the Sumerians, Akkadians, Babylonians, and Assyrians. They were central figures in their pantheon of gods and played significant roles in the creation and governance of the world. Who are Enki and Enlil? Enki and Enlil are two ancient Mesopotamian …
The ancient gods and goddesses of Celtic mythology remain unknown variables to the world today. Unlike the Greek gods, Roman gods, or Egyptian gods, we know very little about them. Who was their common forefather? What was the name of their mother goddess? What realms and domains did the Celts assign to these gods? Celtic …