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 Celestial Dog Figure Of Chinese Mythology


Religion & Faith >> Celestial Dog Figure Of Chinese Mythology


The Celestial Dog is a figure of Chinese mythology which has inextricable associations with the constellation of Sirius or the Dog Star. The figure appears in many forms in the mythologies from all around the world. A dog-like figure with supernatural connotations appears in Egyptian, Chinese, Japanese and Hindu mythologies with different meanings and subtexts.


 Norse Gods Scandinavian Mythology With Two Clans Aesir And Vanir


Religion & Faith >> Norse Gods Scandinavian Mythology With Two Clans Aesir And Vanir


Norse Gods are part of Scandinavian mythology, which includes indigenous beliefs, religion, and legends of the northern Germanic tribes before the advent of Christianity. Poems based on the exploits of the gods and goddesses formed the means of oral transmission of the mythology. Some elements of Norse mythology survive today as part of Scandinavian folklore.


 Daughter of Leda Helen Of Troy Greek Mythology


Religion & Faith >> Daughter of Leda Helen Of Troy Greek Mythology


Helen is the daughter of Leda and Zeus in Greek mythology. She is popularly known as Helen of Troy. Her other siblings are Castor, Polydeuces and Clytemnestra. King Menelaus of Sparta was her husband. Helen in Greek means torch. Helen is known for her beauty and is known as The Beautiful. Other daughters of Leda from Tyndareus include Timandra, Phoebe, and Philonoe.



 Phoenix Bird China Chinese Mythological Creature


Religion & Faith >> Phoenix Bird China Chinese Mythological Creature


In Chinese mythology, Fenghuang is very much like the Phoenix bird; China however as infused the creature with its own symbolism. The Fenghuang is superior to all the other birds and rules over them. In the West, it is sometimes referred to as the Chinese phoenix or the Ho-Oh bird which is derived from a Japanese word.


 Hydra Lernaean Water Beast Of Greek Mythology


Religion & Faith >> Hydra Lernaean Water Beast Of Greek Mythology


One of the creatures that are found in the books of Greek mythology is the Lernaean Hydra. The Greeks say that it was actually a snake like evil creature which used to live in the swampy areas of the ancient city of Lerna which was situated in the country of Argolis. This creature had several heads. The books said that his breath was so poisonous that it could kill anybody with just his own breathing.



 Christians Fish Symbol Part Of Mythology Sacred


Religion & Faith >> Christians Fish Symbol Part Of Mythology Sacred


The mark of Ichthys, which is a Greek word for fish, has also had a huge significance in the Christian religion. Actually, since the ancient times, it has been used more as a symbol than a figure. In fact, the two arcs, which intersect right at the tip at one end, and a little bit inside at the other end. The reason why this type of symbol had been introduced does not have a proper explanation. However, we do know that the Christians fish symbol quite resembles the shape of a fish.


 Chinese Food Habit Cuisine Healthy Noodles Mantau


Food & Drinks >> Chinese Food Habit Cuisine Healthy Noodles Mantau


Chinese Food is one of the most sought–after food in the world today. Chinese noodles, soya preparations, szechuan rice are hot favorites everywhere. This article informs about the Chinese food their eating habits and the health scenario of China. Chinese food has made its mark in the international cuisine scenario.



 Valerie Waugaman Cleveland Figure Model


Celebrities >> Valerie Waugaman Cleveland Figure Model


Valerie Waugaman is a figure model of Cleveland. She is also popular as a motivational speaker and successful business entrepreneur. It is already decided that Valerie is going to star the NBC show American Gladiators in its inaugural season. This 5 feet 7 inches lady weighs 144 lbs. Apart from sensuality, Valerie has maintained her body with full muscular tone. The power message reflected through her body language is simply awesome.


 Skater Dorothy World Figure Skating Hall of Fame


Recreation & Sports >> Skater Dorothy World Figure Skating Hall of Fame


Skater Dorothy, known as Dorothy Hamill, is a figure skater. She came in limelight after winning the 1976 Olympic Championship. She was born on July 26, 1956 in Chicago, Illinois and brought up in Greenwich Connecticut. She had been practicing ice-skating just at the age of eight at the backyard pond of her grandmother. She had been inducted into the United States Figure Skating Hall of Fame in 1991 and also in 2000 the World Figure Skating Hall of Fame.


 Astronomy Art Study Of Celestial Objects Like Planets And Comets


Education & Science >> Astronomy Art Study Of Celestial Objects Like Planets And Comets


While the scientific and technological developments have taken human civilization from strength to strength, some universal phenomena have remained unexplored and mystical till date. A subject that has caught the fancy of men since the inception of human civilization is the stars. Gazing at the glittering stars in the night sky, many people have let their imagination run wild. As a matter of fact, the artistic sensibility of mankind has tried to bring out the various facets of astronomy and it has led to the development of Astronomy art.


 Kristi Yamaguchi Figure Skater Olympic Champion


Recreation & Sports >> Kristi Yamaguchi Figure Skater Olympic Champion


Kristi Tsuya Yamaguchi was born on July 12, 1971 in Hayward, California and is a figure skater as well as Olympic champion in women's single that was organised in the year 1992. She also successfully achieved the World Figure Skating Championships twice as in the years 1991 and 1992 as well as also successfully got the U.S. Figure Skating Championships in 1992.






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