Scary leviathans and legendary monstrosities have always captured our imagination whilst terrifying us at the same time, but while most of us have heard of bigfoot and the Loch Ness monster, there are some equally horrifying beasts down in Africa that are lying in wait out there in the dark.
The Greatest Goddesses in Global HistoryThe Greatest Goddesses in Global History
Education all over the world focuses on mostly the male gods of times gone by. Sure, mention might be made of some pretty impressive female deities like Aphrodite, Juno, and Kali, but they rarely play a very important part of whatever’s going on.
5 Mythical Creatures That Are Real5 Mythical Creatures That Are Real
For as long as humans have been telling stories, there have been endless tales of fantastical creatures that could only be found in the most remote corners of the earth. These are creatures that were once believed by the ancients to be nothing more than myth, but eventually turned out to be real animals.
Most Disturbing Mythical Creatures In HistoryMost Disturbing Mythical Creatures In History
Myths are a great way to uncover the psychology of humanity. Take a closer look at a myth, do a bit of research, put it all together, and you can generally decipher what the root of that myth is. But, do the same with the most horrific mythical creatures in history, and the realities you […]
The World’s Strangest SuperstitionsThe World’s Strangest Superstitions
The world we live in is steeped in superstition, and many of us believe in them to a greater extent than we’d openly admit. Although the details may vary from culture to culture, they usually cover attracting good luck and avoiding bad luck, and who knows? There may be some kind of power in them […]
Strange Customs Still Being PractisedStrange Customs Still Being Practised
The world is made up of thousands of different cultures and beliefs, and many of them may seem completely alien to anyone that grew up in the West. Many of these cultures follow rituals, customs, and belief systems that, while strange, are sacred to the people and how they were raised.
NZ’s 7 Most Fascinating Māori LegendsNZ’s 7 Most Fascinating Māori Legends
The myths and legends of the Māori people of New Zealand offer an interesting perspective on the island’s origins and the creation of Earth as a whole. There are plenty of stories about native gods (known locally as ngā atua), mythical Kiwi creatures, nature, war and astronomy in Maori culture to explore. Here are 10 […]
The Many Gods and Deities of Ancient EgyptThe Many Gods and Deities of Ancient Egypt
Did you know that the Ancient Egyptians believed in more than 2,000 different gods? These fascinating people had deities dedicated to everything from their duties to dangers to keep their daily lives in balance.
Oldest Civilisations Lost in the Sands of TimeOldest Civilisations Lost in the Sands of Time
Evolving from isolated groups to communities, societies, and later civilisations, these oldest civilisations may no longer exist in their original form, but they were no less important to the progress of mankind. Join us as we explore the world’s oldest civilisations.
The History of Modern ChristianityThe History of Modern Christianity
As the largest religion in the world with over 2.3 billion adherents, Christianity has had one of the largest roles to play in the forming of the modern world and much of human history. Christianity is neither the more diverse religion nor the oldest, but its widespread nature across much of the world and its […]