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The Connection Between Homer and Agnus Castus

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 23:42:16 PST

During ancient times, agnus castus was well known and also has an interesting connection to a great literary figure who made a significant mark in the world of epic poetry. In this article, you will learn what agnus castus is and it's connection to a notable Roman.

Understanding Ascension by Understanding History

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 23:59:30 PST

Original Sin actually does exist. There was indeed a banishment from Paradise. It was the intervention of an advanced race of beings who broke rank: 'the sons of god with the daughters of men.' Only it wasn't the humans who sinned...

April Birthdays: Astrological Myths 3

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 23:56:47 PST

While we're biting our nails for the deadline of Tax Day, the ancient Egyptians knew this date as their time to celebrate a festival devoted to Bast – the goddess known to possess the head of a cat. In this article, you will also learn of the Festival of Water and the Furukawa Matsuri in Japan.

April Birthdays: Astrological Myths 2

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 23:54:12 PST

Whether it's recognizing an ancient Roman celebration or acknowledging some of the interesting cultures of the past, everyone has a mythological connection to the day of their birth. In this article, you will explore an ancient approach towards gaining protection against the evil eye, as well as learn of an ancient Celtic tradition that celebrates the Sun.

April Birthdays: Astrological Myths 1

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 23:53:20 PST

April birthdays are for people born under the sign of Aries and Taurus, but in the beginning of the month, it is the charismatic and lively ram that dominates. In this article, you will learn which day of the month is set aside for celebrating the return of Persephone from the underworld and what kind of offerings are made to the goddess of compassion and healing on April 5th.

March Birthdays: Astrological Myths 3

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 23:52:28 PST

During the second part of March, the births of individuals belonging to the zodiac sign Aris (the ram) are celebrated. In this article, you will encounter astrological and mythological connections that involve the priest's Dance of Salii and the Festival of Joy.

March Birthdays : Astrological Myths 2

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 23:48:39 PST

In this article, we will explore the astrological and mythological connections of individuals born on March 10th, 13th, 14th, and 15th. You will also learn which dates celebrate the rebirth of the Sun and pays homage to the love of Greek gods, Zeus and Hera.

March Birthdays: Astrological Myths 1

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 23:46:06 PST

Individuals born in March either belong to the zodiac sign of Pisces (which tend to be more artistic and creative than other members of the Sun sign) and Aries (whose symbol is the ram – full of spirited energy). In this article, you will learn some of the astrological-related myths, folklore, and history connected to birthdays celebrated during the early part of March.

February Birthdays: Astrological Myths 1

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 19:52:08 PST

When it comes to February birthdays, the first half of the month is devoted to the zodiac sign of the water bearers, Aquarius. In this article, you will learn some of the astrological myths and ancient celebrations associated with February birthdays, including King Frost Day and paying homage to the Roman goddess of luck, fate, and fertility.

February Birthdays: Astrological Myths 2

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 19:51:09 PST

In this article following the astrological myths and ancient celebrations of February birthdays, you will learn which day has an ancient connection to magic, as well as the purpose of paying homage to the Lady of the Beasts.

February Birthdays: Astrological Myths 3

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 19:47:48 PST

The second half of February is devoted to individuals born under the zodiac sign of the Pisces. With these beings, they are believed to contain a little bit of every sign within the zodiac. In this article, you will learn about some of the ancient connections and mythological links associated with people born on certain days in the month of February.

Egyptian Goddesses: Ma'at and Nephthys

Sun, 31 May 2009 20:37:46 PST

In this article, you will learn which Egyptian goddess was represented by the feather and played a role in deciding whether or not the deceased could travel to the afterlife. Another goddess discussed in this article is Nephthys, who helped her sister reassemble the body of their husband after he was murdered, cut up into pieces, and cast into the Nile River.

Egyptian Goddesses: Isis and Nekhebet

Sun, 31 May 2009 20:35:15 PST

With ties to love, sexuality, health, healing, immortality, the liver, and ceremonies, Isis (sometimes called Eset) is certainly a significant goddess of the Egyptian culture. In the Egyptian deity bloodlines, Isis was born to Nut, became the wife of Osiris, and was mother to Horus. When Set killed Osiris, his body was placed in the Nile and set adrift. Isis went about the task of searching for her husband. In this article, you will also learn about the goddess Nekhebet.

Important Egyptian Goddesses: Bastet and Hathor

Sat, 30 May 2009 23:25:40 PST

Whether the ancient Egyptians prayed to their goddesses for increased fertility or hoped to seek justice, female deities associated with the culture were responsible for an array of concerns during ancient times. In this article, you are introduced to Bastet and Hathor– two of the most important goddesses in ancient Egypt with very different duties.

Cats in Ancient Egyptian Culture: The Sacred Cat Explosion

Sat, 30 May 2009 23:24:13 PST

In ancient Egyptian culture, cats came a long way from being wild felines to establishing their status as sacred animals. In this article, we will touch upon some of the associations that cats had in regards to worshipping ancient Egyptian gods and goddesses, such as Bastet.

Cats in Ancient Egyptian Culture: Part of the Family

Sat, 30 May 2009 23:23:18 PST

The next course of action for the ancient Egyptians was to bring the cat into their households. Felines eventually found their way into homes and decided to stick around. They allowed themselves to be tamed, overcoming a large step of permitting the presence of humans even when rearing their offspring. In this article, you are introduced to cats as part of the Egyptian family.

Importance of Domesticated Cats in Ancient Egyptian Culture

Sat, 30 May 2009 23:20:38 PST

When it comes to the ancient Egyptians, visions of majestic pyramids and tombs filled with a treasure trove of jewels may enter your mind. Additionally, if you were to envision one animal that best represents the ancient Egyptian culture, it would be the cat. They not only served as pets within the Egyptian household, but also enjoyed an esteemed status of sacred animal.

An Introduction to Ancient African Inventions

Tue, 19 May 2009 23:59:52 PST

Depending on whom you speak with, numerous cultures like to claim they were the first to come up with some of the most significant of scientific inventions in history. In this article, we will explore the contributions of ancient Africa in the world of science, including the use of stone tools and other very helpful items for survival.

Examples of Ancient African Inventions

Tue, 19 May 2009 23:57:35 PST

From the way ancient Africans hunted for their food to evidence suggesting some of the early inventions that helped ancient cultures thrive, many advancements took place in many regions of Africa. In this article, you will learn about ancient practices that involved agriculture, art, basket making, weaving, and cloth making. Other inventions and techniques developed by the ancient Africans include:

Ancient African Science and Mathematics

Tue, 19 May 2009 23:50:23 PST

The earliest known evidence of this comes from a tally stick left behind in the Lebombo Cave. The stick had 29 notches carved out of it. One theory was that it was used to count the days from one full moon to the next full moon, but there is no way of knowing if it was used for that or for counting people or the number of baskets full of food. Overall, it is clear that the ancient Africans used marks as a way of recording their daily tasks.