Allah is the name given to the creator god, followed by the Arab nation. There is much speculation about his origins, and many historical researchers speculate that this God is actually a recreation of an …
Baldur was the son of Odin and Frigga and had many brothers, including Thor. He is also known as the father of Forseti, the god of justice in Norse mythology. He was depicted as an …
A harpy was a creature that was part woman and part vulture in Roman and Greek mythology. Harpies were said to be spirits of the wind originally. Some descriptions defined a harpy as a woman …
Symbols of power and strength have been used throughout history to represent and prove that power and strength have always existed. There is a long tradition of using animals as symbols of status or power, …
Recognized as a character in German Christmas mythology, Kris Kringle is a figure equivalent to Santa Claus who was responsible for giving gifts to children during the holiday season. Origin of Kris Kringle He emerged …
Within Spanish mythology, there is the figure of Martinico, a goblin who belongs to the region of Andalusia and Castile. Who is Martinico? A highly recognized elf in Spanish folklore, he differs from any other …
The HAMSA Hand is an ancient Middle Eastern amulet symbolizing the Hand of God. In all religions it is a protective sign. It brings its owner happiness, luck, health, and good fortune. The hamsa hand …
Triskele or Triskelion is a symbol consisting of three intertwined spirals. Widely considered one of the oldest Irish symbols in existence, it appears on the kerbs of Newgrange, dating back to approximately 3200 BC. A …
Jackalopes are also known as “warrior rabbits” because they are (supposedly) fierce and aggressive creatures. They are also known to be much larger than ordinary hares, as rare as the mythological Cyclops. On the other …
The term “golem” is widely misunderstood, due in part to the difference between the popular uses of the nickname in different mythologies. In its original and primary meaning, a golem is a humanoid creature made …
