Articles related to "Mythologies"

The wolverine, rabbit, and spider represent three additional trickster symbols who have had a lasting impact on Native American mythology.

According to the Holy Bible, in the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth; but there are other, some even older, stories to explain original creation.

Roland Barthes' "Mythologies" takes structuralist argument of linguist Ferdinand de Saussure, crafts it into a critical lens through which to critique social messaging.

Roland Barthes' "Mythologies" takes structuralist argument of linguist Ferdinand de Saussure, crafts it into a critical lens through which to critique social messaging.

It is somewhat surprising that the frog is so important to Mythology and Folklore. Being an amphibean that transforms it is a symbol for birth, death and rebirth.

Thoreau had a great interest in classical mythology of Greece and Rome, but his travels to the Maine woods alerted him to a rich mythological presence in North America

Old Norse literature reveals some surprising similarties of the pagan underworld, 'Hel', with the more widely recognized Christian term of 'hell'.

Definition of the glossary term twelve labors of Heracles

Definition of the glossary term Graiae

Definition of the glossary term Titans

Why was the relationship between man and god so conflicted in classical mythology? An analysis of the natural world of their birth may shed some light.

The story of a Saint that saved a town and became the patron saint of England

One finds it truly difficult to escape references to ancient Greek myths in modern popular culture. The Chimera is an interesting example of this phenomenon.

Uses of this stone can be traced through time. Greek origins stated that it had the power to prevent drunkenness. 21st-century healers call it the "stone of meditation".

Like other indigenous cultures, New Zealand's first inhabitants, the Maori, drew on colourful mythology to explain the origins of their land.

It's easy to believe that Aphrodite, Greek goddess of love, sprang from the sea at the cliffs of this enchanting Mediterranean island and met Adonis in a mountain spring.

There are two stories that exemplify the indigenous mythology surrounding the introduction of death into the mortal world.

It may seem strange to start a introduction to a whole mythos with its end, but what makes Norse mythology unique is the way the end times influence the whole.

While the leader of the Aesir and creator of men is Odin in Norse mythology, he is less known and less represented in the modern world than Thor, his son.

A look into the mythology of Hawaii that is sometimes over looked but yet quite unique.

For each ancient Greek hero, there was a monster for him to slay. Be it a snake-haired Medusa or a ravaging boar, the monsters are often more interesting than the heroes!

Unique artistic visions inspired by the ancient Greco-Roman deities Jupiter, Venus, Athena and Bacchus.

The Prose Edda consists of a Prologue, the Gylfaginning, Skáldskaparmál, and Háttatal. It is a key surviving source of Norse mythology and the kennings of Viking poetry.

Add some spice to your history with hands-on projects. This one's theme is Rome.

The moonlight splendour and the menacing darkness of the night are represented in Greek mythology by Selene and Hecate.

According to Blackfoot mythology, the horse was a prize brought to man by the cultural hero Long Arrow.

Saffron spice is produced from the stigma of the crocus saffron flower. The word saffron is derived from the Arab word zafaran, meaning yellow, while crocus is the Greek

Considered a stone of friendship, the amethyst is said to protect its wearer against seduction and evil spirits, as well as enhancing clarity of the mind.

Emeralds feature in the mythology of civilisations from all over the world, a testament to mankind's endless fascination with this magnificent green stone.

Throughout history the ruby has been celebrated as the most prized of all gemstones. There are many cultural references supporting our recognition of this priceless gem.

While their stories may differ with each tribe, the two most prominent tricksters are the coyote and the raven.

The Greeks of ancient times believed that the eyes emitted a beam of light. This light would allow one to see and perceive of anything that it could reach.

A look into the history of zombie movies and the affect that George A. Romero had on modern movies.

A complex diety that was popular with the Greeks and Romans.

Plato's dialogue "Euthyphro" evolves around the nature of piety (in the sense of moral or divine justice) and the role of authority in matters of moral judgment.

Although it is over 30 years old, The Dragons of Eden still works well as a primer on the evolution of human intelligence and how human and animal brains work.

The Zodiac constellation of Capricornus, best viewed in the fall, is home to a beautiful globular cluster.

There have been many myths associated with cats over the centuries, and many of these myths originated in Egypt.

Favorite Norse Myths holds children entranced from start to finish.

Shakespeare, "The Bard of Avon", wrote more than two dozen plays,150 sonnets, and several longer poems. Authors have adapted his characters and plots in well-known works

At the heart of Native American religious philosophy is the belief that everything carries with it an unique spirit.

For centuries goats have been associated with curious practices and ceremonies in religion, folklore, witchcraft and superstition.

Born of the gods, Heracles possessed unnatural physical strength. But his destiny would be to fight against the rage and jealousy of Hera.

The sacred cow and monkey have been a point of curiosity amongst many in the western civilization here we explore why they are important to Hindu Myth.

A very brief mythological analysis of J.K. Rowling's fantasy universe.

In order to present the most detailed examination of the creation mythos, the Lakota tribe serves as a primary reference

Glück's poem, "Siren," is narrated by a woman who is in love with a married man. The speaker reveals some disturbing thoughts about her psychological make-up.

Many characters in history are actually fictional, or at least partly fantasy. Myth and history can become intertwined, making genealogy difficult.

Native Americans have their own take on Oregon's history. Frederc Homer Balch wrote about the interesting legend surrounding Oregon's Bridge of the Gods geologic event.

Cultures worldwide had myths about the constellation Orion. He was the Stormy One, the First Slim One, as well as the cold and Chinook winds.