Mythology, History, and Interesting Facts
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In ancient Egyptian mythology, many gods were depicted as being part human and part animal, often with animal heads and human bodies. This was done to demonstrate certain personalities of the different gods. In this article, we take a closer look at why many Egyptian gods and goddesses had animal heads. What Does Theriocephaly Mean? … Read more
In Norse mythology there are said to be 9 different realms, sometimes known as the Nine Worlds. Niflheim and Muspelheim spawned from the empty void of Ginnungagap (think Chaos in Greek mythology), whereas the remaining 7 derive from Ymir’s body. They are Alfheim, Asgard, Helheim, Jotunheim, Midgard, Svartalfheim, and Vanaheim. Here we take a look … Read more
With so much to learn about the ancient Greek civilization, it can be difficult to piece everything together. Most people know about the Trojan War, the Olympic Games, and the Bubonic Games, but when exactly did it all happen? We’ve created a list that will help you remember the chronology of important dates. Here are … Read more
In recent years, the philosophical concept of Stoicism has made a reappearance in mainstream media, with many adopting its principles into everyday life. Yet, a large chunk of the population may be asking themselves, what is stoicism? Read on to find out the basic philosophical principles of stoicism, it’s history, and how it is applicable … Read more
In Ancient Greek Mythology, Zeus was the ruler of all gods. He was also the god of the sky, thunder, and lightning. Born to Cronus and Rhea, Zeus ruled from Mount Olympus, the home of the Greek gods. Zeus had seven wives and many more lovers throughout the span of his reign. As a result, … Read more