Daedalus was a scientist in Greek mythology. His name means “cleverly crafted,” related to the phrase “to work ingeniously” or “of knowledge.” In Latin, “Daedalus Etruscan” means craftsman and artist, and he was seen as …
Xibalba is the name given by the K’iche’Maya to their underworld, meaning “place of fear.” The underworld was ruled by the Maya gods of death and terrified all Maya men, women, and children. A mythical …
The word “Shinigami” is made up of two other Japanese words: “shi” and “kami.” These literally mean “death” and “god.” In Japanese mythology, the world is filled with kami of various types. Everything in the …
Heimdall, chosen for his unique abilities, is the designated guardian of the Bifrost. He protects the skies of Asgard from the giants, the enemies of the gods. He was also called the white god because …
The Devil (also called Satan, Iblis, Lucifer, and Beelzebub) is a religious personification of evil. He works against God, employing an army of demons to harass humans and attempting to corrupt humans so that they …
Lethe is one of the five rivers of Hades, the underworld in Greek mythology. In classical Greek, it means forgetfulness or concealment. According to classical mythology, Lethe was also the name of a Greek spirit: …
Garuda is an immortal bird god, beloved by Hindus and Buddhists alike. This golden character is so powerful that he is known for exterminating entire oceans full of snakes and defeating entire armies of gods …
The Elysian Fields, in Greek mythology, are the paradise where gods and nobles spend eternity in the afterlife. It is believed that the inhabitants live in perfect happiness, similar to the Christian Garden of Eden. …
Kushite mythology comes from ancient tales linked to the Kingdom of Kush, a historical member of the ancient Nubian regime that developed during the time of the ancient civilizations of Egypt, Rome, and Greece. Origin …
Asuras are spirits found in Buddhist and Hindu cosmology. They are often portrayed as power-hungry and lustful. Even the best of the Asuras can be unpredictable and prone to mood swings, making them dangerous friends …
