Pt. 1 The Story Birth of the Farries I am Lilith. The so-called mother of the night. Hear my tale and judge for yourself….. The beginning…. and the end of me. And The Creator opened his hands and the light … Continue reading The Fairy Folk: The Story of Lilith and How She Gave Birth to the First Fairy (Story and Poems)
Illustration of a fairy by C. E. Brock (public domain) Fairyology (Faerieology) The study of fairies Fairies have always been with us. From our earliest prehistoric origins, humanity as a species has always taken an interest in the unseen realm. Curiosity … Continue reading A Brief Introduction to Faeries and Folklore (Faerieology pt. I)
Since the beginning of time we have wondered about what is in the water. The sea, as we know, is full of mysteries, but so is the freshwater all around us. Rivers, lakes and swamps have many secrets of their … Continue reading Freshwater Creatures from Mythology and Folklore Around the World
Each year, Halloween falls on October 31st. In the West, the spooky season we know today came from various religious rituals and ancient festivals. Did you know it’s one of the oldest holidays in the world? In countries like Australia, … Continue reading Anthropology: The Cultural Meaning of Different Halloween Symbols in Society
Legends about the water – and what lies beneath its murky surface – have existed for as long as humans have had stories to tell. From monsters to mermaids, cultural beliefs in water-borne creatures have revealed themselves in art, culture, … Continue reading Under the Sea: Myths and Legends About the Ocean and Its Creatures
Through the media, we are aware of spirits, ghosts, and creatures beyond our comprehension. We understand that they have a reason behind what they do. They are not evil or good by nature, but driven in those directions. Countries across … Continue reading Spirits, Ghosts, and Creatures: Malevolence Within Countries
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
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
Interactions and Storytelling Humans as a species and as cultural beings are defined by their interactions. In interacting with others, we learn about norms, culture, and the rich depths of tales that inform us. Storytelling is one of the key … Continue reading Anthropology: Ghost Stories and Folktales as Cultural and Historical Indexes