Warding Off the Evil Eye: Ancient Greek & Roman Symbols That Still Pack a Punch
by As a veteran symbol-seeker who’s spent more time decoding ancient amulets than most spend picking out socks, I think about all sorts of esoteric signs …
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The Oracles of Delphi Symbolism: Gas, Goats, and the Women Who Ruled the Ancient World
I originally wrote this piece as a college paper, but the deeper I dug into the mystique of the Delphic Oracles, the more I realized: …
The Wolf Who Swallowed the Moon: A Native American January Wolf Moon Story
In honor of the January full Wolf Moon, I thought it would be keen to share a Native American story I heard as a child …
How Ancient Gauls and Romans Adopted Celtic Myths for Good Fortune
by The Roman Empire made a name for itself across Europe, Asia, and Africa for conquering new lands and bringing new societal and technological advancements to …
Running With the Ancients: The History of Horses in Mythology
Horses are humans’ most loyal companions and have been around us for thousands of years. Over the years, they’ve also become an integral part of …
Woof! Dog Gods, Dog Goddesses, and Dog Myths
If you love dogs as much as I love mine – you might have wondered about gods and goddesses associated with dogs. At least I …
Three Greek Snakes: The Symbolic Stories of Caduceus, Asclepius, and Uroboros
What did the Asclepius’ snake say to the Uroboros? “What’s got you tied up in a knot?” Ha ha. Dad jokes aside, Greek snakes found …
Gods and Goddesses of Summer and Their Symbols
As we bask in the warmth of this glorious season, it’s only fitting to explore the fascinating world of gods and goddesses who reign over …
Horse Deities: Gods and Goddesses Associated With Horses
by Horses have been revered by cultures all around the world for a long time. Namely, they are magnificent creatures and represent mighty concepts such as …
Maneki Neko Cat: Meaning of the Lucky Waving Cat
I’m a big proponent of the adage, “we make our own luck.” What I mean by that is with hard work, perseverance, planning, and awareness …
Gods and Goddesses Associated With Ravens and Crows
Ravens have long been associated with deities, gods, and goddesses throughout history. As one of the most iconic birds in mythology, ravens have a wide …
Native American Hawk and Crow Meaning and Stories
Native American culture is rich with symbolism, stories and ceremonies. Animals, especially birds like hawks and crows, are a central part of these teachings. Each …
Moon Goddesses: Their Myths, Meanings and Moon Goddess Symbols
The moon has long been a symbol of power, mystery, and feminine energy. So, it comes as no surprise that many moon goddesses around the …
Armenian Gods and Mythology
Armenian gods and mythology is a segment of cultural beliefs originating with the Armeno-Aryan people, an Indo-European nation thriving in the region of the Near …
The Mythology of Zodiac Signs
You probably know your sun sign (you know, the one you look up in a newspaper to read your horoscope). However, you might not be …
7 Myths About Animal Guides
Writing, working, researching and consulting about animal guides for 20 years has taught me a lot. Over that period of time, I’ve uncovered a lot …
Meaning of Wings
Exploring the Symbolic Meaning of Wings Meaning of Wings This page on the meaning of wings was born out of a class I taught last …