Greek Mythology, Stories & Myths | Ancient Origins
WEBGreek mythology is a collection of stories and myths about the gods, goddesses, heroes, and monsters of ancient Greece. These stories have been passed down through generations and have become some of the most famous tales in all of history.
The Real Story of Medusa: Protective Powers from a Snake-Haired …
WEBJan 21, 2021 · The Legend of Medusa and Perseus. The full myth of Perseus and Medusa begins years before they battled. Perseus was the son of Danae, daughter of Acrisius the King of Argos, and Zeus.The god had impregnated the princess in the form of a shower of gold after her father had locked her away upon learning from an oracle that he would be killed by his grandson.
The Rarely Told Story of Pre-Colonial Philippines
WEBOct 1, 2018 · The Philippines were ruled by Western powers - first the Spanish and later the United States, for some 350 years. Except for a few religious minorities, the Philippines has also become thoroughly Christianized and boasts of being the only country in Southeast Asia with a Christian majority.
Catapult: The Long-Reaching History of a Prominent Medieval …
WEBFeb 26, 2021 · One of the most iconic images of the European Middle Ages is the castle. This defensive structure was often heavily fortified and provided its inhabitants with much-needed safety. It was usually quite difficult for an enemy to capture a castle, and for that, an attacking army needed siege engines.
Myth of the Minotaur: The Making of a Monster | Ancient Origins
WEBMar 11, 2021 · The mythological Minotaur, and the story of Minos, Theseus, and Ariadne has been a source of fascination for Mediterranean cultures over thousands of years. In its many shapes and sizes, it has inspired countless artworks including mosaics, frescos, pottery, and painting, as well as Greek literature from the 8th century BC onwards.
The Outstanding Story of Osiris: His Myth, Symbols, and …
WEBFeb 24, 2019 · Osiris shown in typical mummy wrappings. Based on New Kingdom tomb paintings. ( CC BY SA 4.0) A Son of Gods – The Beginning of the Osiris Myth. The name ‘Osiris’ is the Greek form of the Egyptian name Asir (or Wsir or Asar), which may mean “the Powerful”, “the one who sees the throne,” or “the one who presides on his throne.”
Deciphering the Truth Behind the Moors in Spain
WEBJun 2, 2020 · Al-Andalus is the name given to the Iberian Peninsula when it was under Muslim rule. Islam arrived in that region with the arrival of the Moors during the 8 th century AD, and succeeded in conquering almost the entire peninsula in less than a decade. The rule of the Moors in Spain lasted until 1492, when the last surviving Muslim state in the Iberian Peninsula, the Emirate of Granada, was ...
Putting a Price on Marriage: The Long-standing Custom of Dowries
WEBOct 23, 2019 · Wedding Procession- Bride Under a Canopy with Gifts. Circa 1800. (Public Domain)The custom of a dowry has often served as a reciprocal gesture by the bride’s relatives to the groom for the costs incurred by him when he paid the bride price and was financially burdened.
Say the Magic Word: The Origins of Abracadabra
WEBMay 8, 2019 · Magic words are often used by magicians whilst performing magic tricks on stage. One of the most common of these incantations is ‘Abracadabra’. Although this word is known to many, it is likely that fewer people are aware of its origins. Apart from ‘Abracadabra’ there are several other magic words that are popularly used by stage magicians. Like ‘Abracadabra’, however, the origins ...
Spells, Invocations and Divination: The Ancient History of Magical ...
WEBDec 2, 2023 · Papyrus Scrolls and Magical Practices: Unearthing Ancient Wisdom. Grimoires existed to manifest the desire to create physical records of magical or secret knowledge, and to secure information which could be lost with the oral transmission of valuable information.In addition, the very act of writing …