In Greek mythology, the Empusa (plural: Empusae) is a supernatural creature often depicted as a female demon or monstrous being. The concept of Empusa has evolved over time and appears in various ancient texts, including those of Hesiod, Aristophanes, and Philostratus. Empusa is associated with being a shape-shifter, capable of assuming various forms to deceive …
From Ussen and Apistotoki to Chethl and Tulukaruq, there are many Native American gods and goddesses. The Indigenous Peoples of North America had complex societies and systems of belief long before Europeans arrived in the “new world.” From these varied peoples, innumerable gods and goddesses came to be. It’s important to note that there isn’t …
In Greek mythology, Hermes’ staff is an interesting serpent-bearing staff carried by Hermes, the ambassador of the Olympian Gods. The staff is called a caduceus. Sometimes known as the wand of Hermes’, the staff was a powerful weapon symbolizing peace and rebirth. With such a powerful-looking wand, one would expect Hermes to be a rather …
Erebus, the primordial god of deep darkness in Greek mythology, has no particular stories about him. Still, the terrible “otherness” of being defined as “completely empty” makes them infinitely intriguing. Erebus sits between Heaven and Earth, full of power and fury. Of course, the Greek god would then be the perfect name to give a …
Hygeia is a Greek goddess associated with health, cleanliness, and sanitation. She is often depicted as a young woman holding a serpent or a bowl and a cup and is one of the daughters of Asclepius, the god of medicine, and his wife Epione, who is the goddess of soothing pain. She was considered to …
Charon is a significant figure from Greek mythology associated with the realm of the dead. He is often depicted as an old, grim, and rugged figure with a long beard and tattered clothing, using a long pole to steer the ferry across the river. He is the ferryman of the underworld, responsible for transporting the …