Author: Sun WuKong
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Planning a journey across Scotland? Don’t miss the stunning Kelpies. Nestled within The Helix, a sprawling 350-hectare eco-park situated between Glasgow and Edinburgh, the Kelpies rank among the UK’s most breathtaking artificial landmarks. Whether you seek an unforgettable waypoint on your Scottish adventure or an enjoyable day out with family, this guide provides all the…
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Dear friends, I am excited to share another installment with you today. As I previously mentioned, time has not been on my side, and I wasn’t able to cover the comprehensive history of Halloween as I had planned. However, I would like to introduce you to a captivating story borrowed from Ovid that elegantly intertwines…
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Artemis, the Olympian goddess, represented hunting, the wilderness, and wild creatures in ancient Greek mythology. She is also celebrated as a protector of childbirth and girls until marriage age, paralleling her twin brother Apollo, who serves as the guardian of boys. While both deities could bring sudden death and disease—Artemis targeting women and girls, and…
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Ares: The Olympian God of War Ares, recognized as the powerful Olympian deity presiding over war, embodies the notions of battle fervor, bravery, and societal order. In ancient Greek art, representations of Ares typically highlight him as either a seasoned, bearded warrior equipped for combat or a youthful figure without a beard, adorned only with…
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Greek mythology encompasses a rich tapestry of narratives revolving around deities, heroic figures, and ancient rituals practiced by the Greeks during Classical antiquity. Despite some acknowledgment among more analytical thinkers like Plato regarding the fictional nature embedded in these myths, they were widely accepted as truth by the general populace of the time. The enduring…
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Greek mythology encompasses a rich tapestry of tales about deities, heroes, and the customs of ancient Greece, spanning back to classical antiquity. The inherent fictional qualities of these myths were recognized by critical thinkers such as Plato, who lived during the 5th to 4th centuries BCE. Despite this, the myths were traditionally embraced as factual…
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Hapi, also known as Hep, Hap, or Hapy, was a revered deity associated with water and fertility in Ancient Egypt. His name is believed to have originally referred to the Nile in predynastic times. By the Dynastic era, the Nile was commonly known as “iterw” or “the river,” a term that later came to be…
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Key Aspects of Ancient Egyptian Religion Ancient Egyptian religion, which dates back to predynastic times around the 4th millennium BCE and continued until the decline of traditional culture in the early centuries CE, encompasses a complex set of beliefs and practices that were deeply embedded in Egyptian society. Although many aspects of these beliefs likely…
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There are numerous legendary narratives woven into Ireland’s enchanting history, yet among the most captivating and formidable figures that emerge is Manannán Mac Lir. The Son of the Sea Manannán, referred to as ‘Mac Lir’, translates to ‘son of the sea’, aptly reflecting his essence. Throughout various tales, he is depicted traversing the ocean’s surface—whether…
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The ancient Greek legend of Jason and the Golden Fleece is a prominent tale of heroism, filled with themes of betrayal, revenge, and ultimately tragedy. The saga unfolds with Jason’s Uncle Pelias committing regicide by murdering Jason’s father, the rightful King of Iolkos, and seizing control of the throne. To ensure Jason’s safety, his mother…