The Pagan Wheel of the Year is a dynamic spiritual calendar rooted in nature, seasonal change, and ancient celebrations. Adopted...
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The Pagan Wheel of the Year is a dynamic spiritual calendar rooted in nature, seasonal change, and ancient celebrations. Adopted...
In the vast tapestry of ancient mythology, few figures are as enigmatic and fascinating as...
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The Enigmatic Tale of Meng Po: Unveiling the Secrets of Chinese Mythology In Chinese mythology, the afterlife is a fascinating realm filled with various deities and supernatural beings. One such figure is Meng Po, whose role is closely associated with the journey of souls after death. Known as the “Lady of Forgetfulness,” Meng Po plays a crucial role in preparing souls for their reincarnation. Join us as we explore the origins, significance, and symbolism surrounding Meng Po, shedding light on this enigmatic character from Chinese folklore. The Legend of Meng Po According to Chinese mythology, the journey of souls is...
Exploring the Divine Hierarchies and Rivalries Across Mythologies From the peaks of Mount Olympus to the shining gates of Asgard, humanity has long envisioned its gods as rulers seated on celestial thrones. These pantheons were more than collections of deities; they were reflections of cosmic order, human politics, and the eternal struggle between chaos and harmony. Each civilization painted its divine world like a mirror of its own. The Greeks saw a family of quarrelsome immortals whose passions echoed human frailty. The Norse envisioned grim warriors bound by fate, marching toward an inevitable end. The Egyptians established a sacred hierarchy...
Empedocles, a fifth-century B.C. Greek philosopher, scientist, and healer, believed that all matter is made up of the four elements of earth, air, fire, and water. Earth and water are inwardly reaching elements, reaching up and out, whereas fire and air are externally reaching elements, reaching up and out. Tracy Marks takes a wide-ranging look at the earth, fire, water, and air, as well as the dynamic dual powers of love and strife, in her book Four Elements in Ancient Greek Philosophy. Her book takes the reader on a voyage through history, alchemy, and Carl Jung’s linkage of sensation, feeling,...
Lord of the Crossroads Eleguá (Elegguá) is sometimes depicted as a child and other times as an elderly man. He signifies the beginning and end of life, as well as the opening and closing of life’s paths. He enjoys playing practical pranks on people and is sometimes referred to as the trickster. He is fond of candy and toys. Despite his infantile demeanor, he is an extremely powerful orisha. He is a member of the Warriors, along with Ogn, Ochosi, and Osun. Eleguá is always mentioned first in any ritual since the connection with the other Orishas is impossible without...
Hinduism is one of the world’s oldest religions, with a rich history and a vast number of followers. It is believed that Hinduism originated in the Indus Valley Civilization around 4000 BCE. Today, Hinduism is the third-largest religion in the world, with more than one billion followers worldwide. In this article, we will explore the origins, beliefs, practices, and major deities of Hinduism. Origins of Hinduism The exact origins of Hinduism are unclear, but it is believed to have originated in the Indus Valley Civilization in present-day India and Pakistan around 4000 BCE. The earliest written texts of Hinduism, the...
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