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Roman soldiers and their general by vukkostic (Adobe Stock) — 21 Sep 2019

Roman Mars vs Greek Ares as the God of War

By MartiniF

Mythology & Mystery

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In the ancient battle of Thurii in 282 BC, between Rome and the Greek colony of Tarentum, the Romans noticed a youth of extraordinary height marching in front of them and performing miracles of bravery. It was only afterwards, when no candidate...
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Roman soldiers and their general by vukkostic (Adobe Stock) — 21 Sep 2019

Roman Mars vs Greek Ares as the God of War

By MartiniF

Mythology & Mystery

0

In the ancient battle of Thurii in 282 BC, between Rome and the Greek colony of Tarentum, the Romans noticed a youth of extraordinary height marching in front of them and performing miracles of bravery. It was only afterwards, when no candidate...
Read More

The Birth of Venus by Sandro Botticelli — 04 Mar 2019

Did Blondes Have More Fun in the Ancient World?

By MartiniF

Mythology & Mystery

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In the period of the 1930s to 1950s, Hollywood saw the emergence of many blonde actresses. Epithets such as ‘screen siren’ or ‘cinematic goddess’ were attached to the most popular blonde actresses of the day. The visual effect of film...
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The Birth of Venus by Sandro Botticelli — 04 Mar 2019

Did Blondes Have More Fun in the Ancient World?

By MartiniF

Mythology & Mystery

1

In the period of the 1930s to 1950s, Hollywood saw the emergence of many blonde actresses. Epithets such as ‘screen siren’ or ‘cinematic goddess’ were attached to the most popular blonde actresses of the day. The visual effect of film...
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Saul and the Witch of Endor. Inside a magic circle, the witch, sitting on a throne of owls, practices her witchcraft by Jacob Cornelisz van Oostsanen (1526) Rijksmuseum — 25 Feb 2019

Ancient Symbolism of the Owl: Omen of the Good, the Bad and the Deadly

By MartiniF

Mythology & Mystery

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About 48 million years ago, an owl swooped down to catch its prey in broad daylight - we know this because in 2018 Dickinson Museum Researchers found the exquisitely preserved remains of the owl. Its skull shares a telltale characteristic with...
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Saul and the Witch of Endor. Inside a magic circle, the witch, sitting on a throne of owls, practices her witchcraft by Jacob Cornelisz van Oostsanen (1526) Rijksmuseum — 25 Feb 2019

Ancient Symbolism of the Owl: Omen of the Good, the Bad and the Deadly

By MartiniF

Mythology & Mystery

0

About 48 million years ago, an owl swooped down to catch its prey in broad daylight - we know this because in 2018 Dickinson Museum Researchers found the exquisitely preserved remains of the owl. Its skull shares a telltale characteristic with...
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Tiresias transformed into a woman by Pietro della Vecchia (1626 – 1678) — 03 Dec 2018

Tiresias, Blinded by the Gods and Blessed with Second Sight

By MartiniF

Mythology & Mystery

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According to Greek mythology, Tiresias, the blind prophet of Apollo, was well-known as much for his clairvoyance as for being transformed into a woman for seven years. He was present for seven generations in Thebes - beginning as advisor...
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Tiresias transformed into a woman by Pietro della Vecchia (1626 – 1678) — 03 Dec 2018

Tiresias, Blinded by the Gods and Blessed with Second Sight

By MartiniF

Mythology & Mystery

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According to Greek mythology, Tiresias, the blind prophet of Apollo, was well-known as much for his clairvoyance as for being transformed into a woman for seven years. He was present for seven generations in Thebes - beginning as advisor...
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Sculpture of Athena, 1915 and painting ‘Fire of Troy’ — 10 Mar 2017

Battle of the War Gods: Ares versus Athena! Understanding Ancient Greek War Deities

By MartiniF

Mythology & Mystery

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The ancient Greeks had two different gods of war — the wise goddess Athena and the bloodthirsty god Ares. The mere fact that, out of twelve Olympian gods, two deities were devoted to armed conflict indicates the important role warfare played in...
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Sculpture of Athena, 1915 and painting ‘Fire of Troy’ — 10 Mar 2017

Battle of the War Gods: Ares versus Athena! Understanding Ancient Greek War Deities

By MartiniF

Mythology & Mystery

0

The ancient Greeks had two different gods of war — the wise goddess Athena and the bloodthirsty god Ares. The mere fact that, out of twelve Olympian gods, two deities were devoted to armed conflict indicates the important role warfare played in...
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A Dance for Gods, Wars and Beauty: The History of the Elegant and Deadly Ancient Art of Sword Dancing — 17 Oct 2016

A Dance for Gods, Wars and Beauty: The History of the Elegant and Deadly Ancient Art of Sword Dancing

By MartiniF

History & Tradition

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The study and practice of sword wielding has been developing for over 4,000 years and continues to fascinate. Its mastery demands a great deal of a person’s physical and spiritual capacity. Like any sport, mastering the art of wielding the...
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A Dance for Gods, Wars and Beauty: The History of the Elegant and Deadly Ancient Art of Sword Dancing — 17 Oct 2016

A Dance for Gods, Wars and Beauty: The History of the Elegant and Deadly Ancient Art of Sword Dancing

By MartiniF

History & Tradition

0

The study and practice of sword wielding has been developing for over 4,000 years and continues to fascinate. Its mastery demands a great deal of a person’s physical and spiritual capacity. Like any sport, mastering the art of wielding the...
Read More

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