Skip to content
Yoair.com About Us Internship Partnership Blog Guide Get Started Login
About Us
Blog Guide
Internship
Partnership
Get Started
Register
Login
Go to Yoair.com
Travel Guide Anthropology Ancient History History Indigenous Current Events Art Myth Architecture Ecology Short Stories General

Category: Myth

MythLeave a comment
Zmaj, one of the figures that dominate Serbian myths

Exploring Serbian Culture Through Myths, Legends and Folklore

September 19, 2023 Saniyya Razack

Stories are not merely entertainment but also narrate the history of people. They are a way to preserve the past and carry traditions forward. Myths embody the journey of people, wars, conquests and defeats and their cultural beliefs. A brief … Continue reading Exploring Serbian Culture Through Myths, Legends and Folklore

Like this:

Like Loading...
Myth1 Comment
An image of a winged mythical creature, strix, perched on a old tree with an owl flying towards it.

Spirits, Ghosts, and Creatures: Malevolence Within Countries

September 19, 2023May 22, 2023 Maryam Latiff

Through the media, we become aware of spirits, ghosts, and creatures beyond our understanding.  We understand that these malevolent beings have a reason behind their actions, that they aren’t evil or good by nature, but are set in their current … Continue reading Spirits, Ghosts, and Creatures: Malevolence Within Countries

Like this:

Like Loading...
MythLeave a comment
Robin Hood statue.

Myths and Legends in English Folklore

September 19, 2023 Serena Edgar

English folklore consists of all the myths and legends of England. This includes everything from mythical creatures, urban legends, and folktales originating from the English region. English folklore is heavily influenced by Pagan tradition. A significant number of figures, legends, … Continue reading Myths and Legends in English Folklore

Like this:

Like Loading...
MythLeave a comment
Love locks on a bridge

The Truth Behind Romantic and Not-So-Romantic Love Locks Across the World

September 18, 2023 Saniyya Razack

You have seen bridges all around the world laden with love locks. Engraved with initials or messages to friends, family and loved ones, love locks remain a classic token of love even in the digital age. Adding love locks to … Continue reading The Truth Behind Romantic and Not-So-Romantic Love Locks Across the World

Like this:

Like Loading...
MythLeave a comment
This illustration from 1810 shows a Kraken devouring a ship at sea.

Exploring the Sea Myths from Diverse Cultures Around the World

September 15, 2023 Sohatt

Humans have been sailing on the sea for eons. Those that have sailed have come back with stories about creatures roaming under the expanse of the seas. These stories about mythical monsters abound across cultures in places where people have … Continue reading Exploring the Sea Myths from Diverse Cultures Around the World

Like this:

Like Loading...
Myth2 Comments
Heer Ranjha, shown here as utterly happy, enjoying in the company of one another.

Heer Ranjha: A Folk Love Story from Pakistan

September 15, 2023 Sohatt

Love in real life is hard enough. The one in folklore either reflects that or draws some inspiration from that. Love and strife, love rendered with trials and tribulations, love – an infinity – and all the rest that stands … Continue reading Heer Ranjha: A Folk Love Story from Pakistan

Like this:

Like Loading...
MythLeave a comment
Nightmares

The Origin of Nightmares and Sleep Paralysis in Mythologies Around the World

September 15, 2023 Heather Sykes

In this article we will be exploring the world of nightmares and their causes in various mythologies and folklore. Almost every mythology around the world has some kind of explanation for the nightmares. Here, we will be looking at some … Continue reading The Origin of Nightmares and Sleep Paralysis in Mythologies Around the World

Like this:

Like Loading...
Myth1 Comment
This painting by John Henry Fuseli, titled "The Nightmare", purportedly depicts sleep paralysis, here shown by a demon visiting and sitting on the chest of a sleeping person.

Sleep Monster Spirits, Legends, and Folklore from Around the World

September 15, 2023 Sohatt

On average, humans sleep 8 hours a night, which translates to 229,961 hours in a lifetime, or more simply – a third of our lives. Sleep regenerates the body and the rest it provides preserves its vitality. It is enjoyable … Continue reading Sleep Monster Spirits, Legends, and Folklore from Around the World

Like this:

Like Loading...
MythLeave a comment
Rightful interpretation to how a zombie works and the background enigma to their essential function.

Conversions of the Charismatic Zombie in American Media

September 13, 2023May 15, 2023 Gabriel Berreteaga

For many years, the supernatural world and its forces have continued to fascinate and intrigue mankind. Known for its mystery and dark allure it bestows on us, we are left to question if we are truly alone. In this case, … Continue reading Conversions of the Charismatic Zombie in American Media

Like this:

Like Loading...

Posts navigation

Older posts
Newer posts
%d bloggers like this: