Tag: Mythology

c. 1400 BCE The beginning of Celtic culture in the upper Danube region of central Europe. c. 1200 BCE - c. 450 BCE Widest date range accepted by scholars for the Hallstatt culture in central Europe. c. 900 BCE Celtic Migration begins in Europe with many Celts landing in Scotland. c. 800 BCE - c. 600...

History of Finnish settlementFinland: meeting place for eastern and western cultural influencesRock paintings and animal ceremoniesOral traditionFirst literature references and mythological studiesCosmologyThe ancestor cultHunting ritesGods and guardian spirits The unlettered culture of the Finnish ...

Welcome to our captivating video page, where we present a collection of insightful and thought-provoking videos delving into the rich tapestry of biblical narratives. Immerse yourself in the ancient stories that have shaped cultures, inspired faith, and stood the test of time. Witness the awe-inspir...

From Plutarch's Lives, still inspirational after 19 centuries: 15 Ancient Greek Heroes from Plutarch's Lives Ploutarcou A modern English edition, abridged and annotated by Wilmot H. McCutchen Preface It's brief, so start here, then read these biographies in chronological order: Theseus The Athenian...

The Ancient Near East is a region that is often referred to as the cradle of civilization. It is a vast area that includes modern-day Iraq, Iran, Syria, Lebanon, Israel, Jordan, Turkey, and parts of Egypt and Greece. The region is home to some of the earliest known human settlements, and it was th...

The Deluge The Legend The legend of the Deluge, the epic flood that covered the world as punishment for mankind's wickedness is perhaps the most well-known legend in the world. The Biblical account of the Deluge states that "God saw that the wickedness of man was great" and resolved to destroy all o...

In recent times, the idea of "angel numbers" has become increasingly popular, with many people attributing special significance to certain numerical sequences as messages from the spiritual realm. While this idea has captured the imagination of many, it is important to examine whether angel numbers...

The Ancient Egyptians held a great reverence for the Jackal headed god Anubis, who oversaw the embalming and mummification process as well as escorting the deceased through the procedures for entering the underworld.When the person arrived for judgment, they would first declare their purity before...

Nestled in the northeastern corner of the Peloponnese, the ancient city of Argos has long been a place of legend and history. With roots dating back over 3,000 years, Argos is among the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. This post delves into the captivating story of Argos, a city wi...

Arzareth is a legendary land that is mentioned in the Book of 2 Esdras, an apocryphal text that was written in the 1st century CE. According to the book, Arzareth is a distant land where the Ten Lost Tribes of Israel were exiled after the Assyrian conquest of the Kingdom of Israel in the 8th century...

Ancient gods and goddesses have played a significant role in the beliefs and practices of ancient civilizations throughout history. These deities were often believed to have control over natural phenomena, such as the weather, and were worshiped in hopes of gaining their favor and protection. One of...

Bible mythology refers to the various stories, legends, and myths found within the Bible, particularly in the Old Testament. These myths often serve to explain natural phenomena or to convey moral or spiritual teachings. One example of Bible mythology is the story of creation in the book of Genesis....