The first DC Comics Aquaman film, scheduled for a December 21 release, focuses on its titular hero and his role in the battle for the Atlantean throne. Many people are familiar with legends about the mythical kingdom of Atlantis. It’s natural to assume that the D…
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Throughout history, civilizations have worshipped deities that have embodied a plethora of concepts. From natural phenomena like lightning to man-made ideas like war, gods often represent important aspects of existence. For the most part, these mythological fi…
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When examining culture, anthropologists often focus on the food and drink of world myths. From the ritual of preparing a dish to the enjoyment of consuming one, food holds serious power over people. It isn’t only the fact that adequate nourishment is necessa…
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Mythology from around the world is typically filled with examples of animals or anthropomorphic beasts that aim to aid or plague mankind. Though the furry, feathery, and fishy tend to dominate most of the tales, there are countless examples of smaller critters…
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The ocean has long been a point of fascination for the human race. From crossing the seas on rickety ships to diving to the deepest known depths just to see what’s swimming about, people have sought to conquer the dangers of the ocean in many ways. It makes …
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Contrary to what both Clash of the Titans films depict, the kraken does not come from Greek tales. Its origins lie in Norse mythology.
Some myths have their roots in historical fact. The Oracle of Delphi is a great example: priestesses speaking prophecy while h…
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According to Hindu tales, Sharvara was one of two mythological dogs responsible for guarding the netherworld. Sharvara was the companion of the god Yama.
With so many species on the planet, it is interesting to think about how dogs became known as “man’s be…
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One of the more popular mythological beasts of the Middle East is the manticore. Dating back to Ancient Persia, the manticore is a beast with the head of a human, the body of a lion, and a tail made of either poisonous quills or a scorpion’s stinger.
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Though the histories of the various cultures of the world are varied in a multitude of ways, there are some surprising similarities to be found. For one, a majority of ancient religions held a deep respect for the natural world. All across the planet, people w…
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Tales of gods, heroes, and monsters are some of the oldest known to humanity. While some creatures are inspiring, others can be downright horrifying. From Greece to China, the Americas to Africa, there are countless examples of mythological beasts that get the…
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