Medusa, the Snake-Haired Gorgon – Sources, Summary and Analysis
Key points of the myth of Medusa Medusa was once a beautiful maiden with long, lustrous hair. The sea god Poseidon, who desired her, raped her in the temple
Mythology
Automatons – the “A.I.” of Ancient Greek Mythology?
Automatons were lifelike machines designed to perform tasks such as protection, entertainment, or assistance. This is similar to the purpose for which we build AI today. Automatons were mentioned in
Tricks to Instantly Recognize the 12 Greek Gods in Classical Art
Although you’re familiar with greco-roman mythology, you may have a hard time recognizing each of the 12 greek gods on sculptures and classical paintings. There is a trick! Learn their
What Are the 12 Months Named After?
Each day of the week was named after a god. How about other units of time, say… months? Well, it turns out that the 12 months of the year were
Western Mythology on a Timeline
I created this timeline with the classical era in mind. (Zeus, Athena, Dionysus, etc.) I wanted to visualize their period of prevalence in humanity’s timeline, along with other religious eras
6 Common Themes Found in Underworld Myths from Around the World
A popular idea today is that: good souls go up to heaven, and bad souls burn in hell, beneath the earth – the underworld. But this belief is an evolution
Why the Hell Do Devils Have Horns?
Ask a child to draw a devil and without a doubt, they will draw a face with horns. Why do devils always have horns? In fact, it seems like the
Origins of the Concept of Angels – an enlightening story of energy and messages
When we think of angels, we think of benevolent celestial beings maneuvering through the world and our lives, guiding us and protecting us. But where did this idea come from?
Medusa, the Snake-Haired Gorgon – Sources, Summary and Analysis
Key points of the myth of Medusa Medusa was once a beautiful maiden with long, lustrous hair. The sea god Poseidon, who desired her, raped her in the temple
Automatons – the “A.I.” of Ancient Greek Mythology?
Automatons were lifelike machines designed to perform tasks such as protection, entertainment, or assistance. This is similar to the purpose for which we build AI today. Automatons were mentioned in
Tricks to Instantly Recognize the 12 Greek Gods in Classical Art
Although you’re familiar with greco-roman mythology, you may have a hard time recognizing each of the 12 greek gods on sculptures and classical paintings. There is a trick! Learn their
What Are the 12 Months Named After?
Each day of the week was named after a god. How about other units of time, say… months? Well, it turns out that the 12 months of the year were
Western Mythology on a Timeline
I created this timeline with the classical era in mind. (Zeus, Athena, Dionysus, etc.) I wanted to visualize their period of prevalence in humanity’s timeline, along with other religious eras
6 Common Themes Found in Underworld Myths from Around the World
A popular idea today is that: good souls go up to heaven, and bad souls burn in hell, beneath the earth – the underworld. But this belief is an evolution
Why the Hell Do Devils Have Horns?
Ask a child to draw a devil and without a doubt, they will draw a face with horns. Why do devils always have horns? In fact, it seems like the
Origins of the Concept of Angels – an enlightening story of energy and messages
When we think of angels, we think of benevolent celestial beings maneuvering through the world and our lives, guiding us and protecting us. But where did this idea come from?
