Hanuman, the gorilla god revered by M’Baku and his Jabari tribe in the movie, has a fascinating origin in India’s mythoi.
Viewers of the recently released “Black Panther” movie were treated to richness and beauty in the fictional kingdom of Wakanda. The fil…
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Creation and Destruction: The Story of Goddess Kali
Additional arms of the Hindu goddess Kali help to represent her many facets as destroyer and life-giver.
Most religions offer an interesting look at how cultures view the divine. The gods, goddesses, deities, spirits, and elementals of the many religions of the wor…
The Religious Significance and Treatment of Elephants
Elephants are some of the most majestic creatures known to man. They primarily live in the savannahs, forests, marshes and deserts of sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia and Southeast Asia. Elephants are important figures in religion and mythology. There were several mi…
Read MoreThe Rites of Spring
With the coming of spring to the northern hemisphere, many people in the western Judeo-Christian culture look forward to the celebration of Easter. However, many cultures have time-honored celebrations and traditions that welcome the lengthening days and the hope o…
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