Many ancient Greek statues depict male figures with what we might today consider to be small penises. This is quite intentional and reflects the...
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How was the sky held up according to Greek mythology? Famously, Atlas the Titan had to hold it up as part of a punishment from the gods. Usually, ancient and modern images depict him balancing it on his arms or shoulders. However, there is evidence that the early Greeks originally envisioned Atlas as holding up […]
Many ancient Greek statues depict male figures with what we might today consider to be small penises. This is quite intentional and reflects the...
By analyzing ancient and modern DNA, scientists are uncovering the complex genetic origins of the Greek people, revealing a rich ancestral mosaic...
Throughout its long history, the ancient city of Malaka connected distant peoples, from Phoenicians and Greeks to Romans and Byzantines. Its story is...
Although they lacked a mechanism, some ancient Greek philosophers foreshadowed evolutionary ideas by seeking natural explanations for how life...
Abaris the Hyperborean was a legendary figure in ancient Greek tradition, often depicted as a priest of Apollo and a mystical healer from the distant...
A new art exhibition has just opened at XeniArtSpace Gallery, bringing the silent female figures of mythology to the forefront. The Echoes of Her:...
We might think that there cannot possibly be a connection between Greek mythology and the medieval kings of Scandinavia. However, according to several...
One key factor in the flourishing of ancient Greek trade was the presence of sanctuaries at ports, which provided neutral ground and facilitated safe...
Navratri 2025: As we celebrate Navratri 2025, understanding the mythology behind Maa Durga’s ten weapons gives deeper meaning to our prayers and...
Navratri 2025: As we celebrate Navratri 2025, understanding the mythology behind Maa Durga’s ten weapons gives deeper meaning to our prayers and...