A Nigerian Folktale of Abundance, Greed, and the Cost of Wastefulness Long ago—before the first iron was forged in the...
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A Nigerian Folktale of Abundance, Greed, and the Cost of Wastefulness Long ago—before the first iron was forged in the...
In the vast tapestry of ancient mythology, few figures are as enigmatic and fascinating as...
Quetzalcoatl is a deity in Mesoamerican mythology, revered by many cultures in the region, including...
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Once upon a time, in a land far away, there lived a beautiful princess named Psyche. She possessed such extraordinary beauty that people compared her to the goddess Aphrodite herself. However, this blessing turned out to be a curse, as it filled the hearts of men with such overwhelming desire that they forgot to worship the goddess of love. This angered Aphrodite, who decided to punish Psyche. Aphrodite summoned her son, Eros, the god of love, and commanded him to make Psyche fall in love with the most hideous creature in the world. However, Psyche’s beauty enthralled Eros, and he...
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...
In Part 1 of our exploration, we delved into the fascinating realm of ancient healing practices rooted in mythology. Continuing our journey, Part 2 takes us further into the intriguing world of mythical remedies, gods of healing, and rituals from various cultures, shedding light on the enduring wisdom that continues to inspire modern medicine. Egyptian Mythology: Thoth and the Sacred Knowledge In ancient Egypt, the god Thoth was revered as the patron of medicine and knowledge. Egyptians believed in the power of written spells and rituals, often inscribed on papyrus scrolls and amulets. The Ebers Papyrus, one of the oldest...
What month did you come into this world? If you’re into gemstones, you’re undoubtedly well-versed in the subject. Aquamarine is the birthstone for people born in the month of March. Aquamarine gemstones come in two colors: greenish-blue and blue-green. If you were born in March, you should own at least one piece of aquamarine jewelry. Some claim it can bring good luck to the bearer, and it’s up to you to prove it. The word aquamarine literally means “sea water” in English. Many years ago, people believed that simply holding an aquamarine gemstone in your mouth might summon great spirits. The...
The Yoruba God of Thunder and Justice Shangó, also known as Xangô or Shango, is one of the most revered and worshipped Orishas in the Yoruba religion. Orishas are the gods and goddesses in the Yoruba pantheon, each of which represents a specific force of nature or aspect of life. The orisha Shangó, who is arguably the most well-known, is in charge of the drums, dance, lightning, thunder, and fire. He is the definition of virility and a warrior orisha with quick wits and a quick temper. For a while, Shangó assumed the persona of the fourth Alafin (ultimate king)...
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