Anuket is one of the Egyptian deities associated with the River Nile – one of the many because Egyptians, at different periods and places, have worshiped the Nile through different names and forms. She is unique in the sense that she is not of Egyptian origin. Rivers are the lifeline of any civilization. Ancient cultures …
Luna goddess is the Roman goddess of the moon, often associated with nocturnal magic, secrets, and mysteries. She was also believed to have the power to grant fertility and aid with childbirth. Luna is the equivalent of Selene, the ancient Greek moon deity, and is usually depicted as a beautiful woman with a crescent moon …
Brahma is one of the most important deities in Hindu mythology. As the creator of the universe, he holds a special place in the Hindu pantheon and is revered by millions of people around the world. Although Brahma god is often overshadowed by other gods such as Vishnu and Shiva, his significance in Hindu mythology …
Ancient Egyptian mythology is the collection of myths and religious practices belonging to the Nile River Valley civilization. The beliefs of the ancient civilization lasted until the fall of the Ptolemaic Dynasty in 30 BCE at the hands of the Roman Empire. Thereafter, Egypt became a Roman subdivision and Christianity became the main religion of …
The Loch Ness monster, or Nessie as she is popularly known, is a mythical creature believed to dwell in the waters of Lake Ness in Scotland. Scotland and Celtic mythology is full of the fantastical. There are numerous stories of the Celtic gods and goddesses or various Irish and Scottish heroes and creatures. But we …
UIlr is the Norse god of winter, hunting, skiing, and archery who also ruled over Asgard, the home of the most powerful Norse gods when Odin was not there. Much of what is known today about Ullr, and many other Norse gods, is shrouded in mystery as a result of oral storytelling. But what we …