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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.



 Roman God Greek Mythology


Religion & Faith >> Roman God Greek Mythology


Roman God as per the mythology occupies a central role in the life of the Roman people. The mythological beliefs of the people of Ancient Rome are divided into two parts one of which is largely later and literary while the other is early and cultic. What is a significant fact is that the former is borrowed from Greek mythology while the other in a varied fashion functioned in very different ways from its Greek counterpart.



 Goddess of Wisdom Athena Greek Mythology Of Military Victory


Religion & Faith >> Goddess of Wisdom Athena Greek Mythology Of Military Victory


Athena, the Greek Goddess of Military Victory, came to be known as the Goddess of Wisdom in the later part of the 5th century during the Classical period. The Athena Parthenos (Athena the Maiden) in the temple, Parthenon, portrayed her with a helmet perched high on her forehead, her face a symbol of peace, wearing full armor, and carrying a spear. Gorgoneion, the head of the gorgon Medusa, is engraved at the center of her shield. This was the famous 36 m tall gold and ivory figurine.




 Religion Comprising Rituals Moral Codes Superstitions And Mythology


Religion & Faith >> Religion Comprising Rituals Moral Codes Superstitions And Mythology


Sociologists and anthropologist have variously defined religion. At the basic level, it is a set of commonly-held beliefs and values followed by a group of people who share a single notion of sacred truth. Religious practices and beliefs may take the form of individual devotional practices or find expression in communal worship.



 Goddess Of The Rainbow Iris Messenger Of Zeus Hera Greek Mythology


Religion & Faith >> Goddess Of The Rainbow Iris Messenger Of Zeus Hera Greek Mythology


Iris, Goddess of the Rainbow, in Greek mythology, is the daughter of Titan Thaumas and the ocean nymph, Electra. Married to Zephyrus (god of the West Wind) Iris has a son, Pothos. She is the ambassador of Zeus and his wife Hera, the king and queen of the gods. It is said that Iris leaves Mount Olympus only to deliver messages to mankind who look up to her as an advisor and guide. Iris is the link between the gods and humanity.




 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.



 Poseidon God Of The Seas Neptune in Roman Mythology


Religion & Faith >> Poseidon God Of The Seas Neptune in Roman Mythology


In the Greek pantheon, Zeus is the king of the gods. He rules the skies and the living, Hades rules the underworld and Poseidon is the god of the seas. Known as Neptune in Roman mythology, Poseidon was also once a male spirit of fertility and one of the early civic gods. He is the eldest son of Titans Cronus and Rhea and is one of the first Olympians. Hades, Zeus and Hera are his siblings.




 Black Cats Western Mythology Ill Omen Companions Of Witches Evil Occult Religion Beliefs


Religion & Faith >> Black Cats Western Mythology Ill Omen Companions Of Witches Evil Occult Religion Beliefs


Cats have various breeds, shapes and colors but the Black Cats hold a place of interest among other feline creatures. Both female and male cats can have black fur. According to the legends of Western mythology, black cats have an association with ill omens and many tales of horror and mystery have been written on them.



 Jesus of Nazareth Main Figure In Christianity Galilean Jew Baptized By John


Religion & Faith >> Jesus of Nazareth Main Figure In Christianity Galilean Jew Baptized By John


Jesus of Nazareth is the main figure in Christianity and is worshiped by most of the Christians. The Christians think Jesus as the personification of God. The Muslims take Jesus as the Prophet. A good deal about Jesus can be found in the gospels.



 Tokoloshe Zulu Mythology African Nations


Religion & Faith >> Tokoloshe Zulu Mythology African Nations


The myth of Tokoloshe is quite in the African countries. Some address tokoloshe as tikoloshe. Tokoloshe is commonly known as bear like human form, according to the Zulu mythology. All the Africans know what tokoloshe really is. Their head is similar to that of a teddy bear and had a bony ridge on its head. It goes from the forehead to the back of their head. There is also a hole in their head. They can even knock down an ox with their ridge. They are considered to be very strong.



 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.


















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