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
In pre-Christian Scandinavia, Norse mythology refers to the religion, beliefs, and stories of the people who settled in Iceland, where the majority of written sources for Norse mythology originated.The Norse gods are mythological characters from 9th-century Northern Germanic tribes’ traditions. … Continue reading Norse Mythology: Yggdrasil, the Tree of Life
Symbols have been a part of human history since before humans had the ability to speak or write. There is evidence of early humans having drawn several marks on cave walls in certain parts of the world. Lines, curves, circles, … Continue reading Anthropology: An Overview of Ancient Norse and Viking Symbols With Their Meanings
These famous beasts of the night have been a staple of horror for centuries. Both the film and the gaming industry have capitalised on the use of these shapeshifting creatures as terrifying, bloodthirsty beasts. But, where did they come from? … Continue reading Mythology: Learn About the Legends & Origins of the Werewolf
The Midnight Sun To the far north of mainland Europe is Scandinavia, the furthest northern sub-region of Europe with a rich and vibrant history, culture, and people. While the greater Scandinavia consists of Iceland, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and Finland, the … Continue reading Anthropology: The History and Evolution of Pre-Christian Celebrations of Midsummer
The Seven-Day Week Dominates Modern Meaning of Days Calendars seem to run human existence. Our entire lives whirl around the various days of the week. Even our habits sync to the different days. Monday typically means a new workweek. It … Continue reading Anthropology: How Babylonian Astronomy, Roman Deities, and Pagan Gods Inspired the Modern Seven-Day Week