Goddess Mythology

Los aztecas creían que las ofrendas de sangre y vidas humanas eran necesarias para el continuo funcionamiento del universo.

Discover the fascinating history and evolution of the Great Goddess, one of the most important deities in Hinduism. This book explores the complex and multifaceted nature of the Great Goddess, drawing on both Brahmanical and non-Brahmanical religious traditions. It examines how the Goddess's identity has evolved over time and how she has been associated with a variety of cosmogonic principles, such as sakti, maya, and prakrti. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in Hinduism, the Great Goddess, or the role of goddesses in world religions. It is also a valuable resource for ...

You've probably heard about Greek or Roman folklore, and even of Egyptian gods and goddesses, but have you heard about Chinese folklore? Let's explore this subject quickly, in this succinct audiobook. Chinese folklore is folklore from the geographical area now called China that has been given orally or documented. Several myths from different local and cultural customs are included in Chinese folklore. Much of folklore includes thrilling stories, including impressive characters and beings, the use of magic powers, and normally occurs in a mythologically unique area or time.

Hestia’s choices threaten to divide the gods, bringing them to the brink of war. Can she restore peace on Olympus and in her heart? From behind the scenes, Hestia, Goddess of Hearth and Home, runs the court on Mt. Olympus—invisible, unknown, and just the way she likes it. When Erebus, the primordial God of Darkness, interrupts her mundane existence, Hestia is torn between duty and desire. Two powerful gods vie for her hand, promising her things she never realized she was missing—love, passion, and power. Hestia must navigate the treacherous waters of Olympian politics and make an ...

For the Goddess of Wisdom, what Athena didn't know could fill a book. That's what Ares said. So she was wrong about some things. So the assault on Olympus left them beaten and scattered and possibly dead. So they have to fight the Fates themselves, who, it turns out, are the source of the gods' illness. And sure, Athena is stuck in the underworld, holding the body of the only hero she has ever loved.

Sometimes all you need is a little hair of the dogs. Owning a bar may not seem magical, but it is for me. I use it as an opportunity to help people by slipping potions into their drinks that do everything from heal a broken heart to soothe suicidal thoughts. I thought my life was full of magic. Until the night a gorgeous man stumbled into my garden covered in blood. With Dominic's dramatic arrival, I learn about things that even witches don't believe in. The world is even more magical than I thought. More wondrous, more exciting, and more terrifying. I embrace it all, including Dominic. But...

An unforgettable story of magic, art, and an orphan who yearns to belong.From the author of the best-selling Kid Detective Zet Series and the award-winning I Escaped Series comes a thrilling, ancient Egyptian adventure for kids age 8-14. Every kid will be inspired by this heart-warming 'rags to riches' Cinderella-story. In the heart of Ancient Egypt, Ramses is anything but an ordinary boy. He has a knack for drawing that brings his creations to life-literally. He's more than just an orphan; he's a boy touched by magic. But not everyone sees his gift as a blessing. His caretakers refuse to ...

The conclusion of an epic love story between an extraordinary girl and a soul reaper. Cora Jemison has come a long way from her stint in a psych ward and her fear of the dead. A confident Medium, she allows souls to possess her to help them find closure. When she decides to tell her parents the truth, that she still sees the dead and that her fiancé is a soul reaper, the Jemisons reveal secrets of their own. Her world starts to crumble, the ripple effect threatening to destroy the one thing she can always count on. Her relationship with Echo.

Failure is never an option. When valuable shit that—surprise!—isn’t insured gets lost or stolen, the desperate rich and the otherworldly call on me. Rescue and recovery are my specialties, and I’m damn good at what I do. So, it's not much of a shock when one of the country’s wealthiest women hires me to retrieve a stolen pearl necklace known as The Mermaid’s Lament. A straightforward job, I think—except the thief and the pearls have seemingly fallen off the Earth, the necklace is actually owned by a pissed-off sea goddess, and a whole slew of magicals are doing their best to ...

The cold is spreading. After the battle in Asgard, Vervain Lavine, the Godhunter, just wants to celebrate the victory with her friends and family. The fact that those friends happen to be gods, and her family is a bunch of werewolves and werelions, only makes the victory that much sweeter. But the wound she took from Anubis' blade has scarred over, and the cold beginning to spread from it is worrisome. Not to mention the link it's established between her and the Egyptian God of the Dead, who seems intent on making her pay for having the audacity to attack him. Then there's Demeter, still ...

Gods and demons seducing mortals. A war for Eden. Hot dark fantasy and reverse harem romance. Beneath the Vatican hides an ancient portal to alien worlds where gods and demons wait for the gate to open. Only Ashley Rowan can wield the key. Mithra has worked for centuries to find that rare human with the Nephilim genetics necessary to activate the key and open the sealed gateway. “Your patience is rewarded. I crossed rivers of time and space for you.” Ashley Rowan has no one in her life but the voice in her head, the sultry whispers of Mithra. He haunts her nightly dreams. “Pledge ...

Maat is an ancient Egyptian goddess who represents truth, justice, and balance. She is often associated with the concept of Maat, which is the principle of truth, order, justice, and balance in the Universe. Followers of Maat believe that it is our responsibility to uphold these principles in our own lives and the world around us.

Getting possessed was the best thing to ever happen to me. My life was sad. Boring. And then I met Abby. She's a ghost. Abby may have taken over a bit, but I can't complain. She's turned my life into a paradise of fine clothes, fast cars, and a multi-million dollar home. Then they found us. And tore her out of me. Ghost hunters. Three of them. At least, that's what they say they are. But the more I get to know Kellan, Kasper, and Kyran Demos, the more I think they're not who they claim to be. The question is; if not ghost hunters, then what the hell are they? Triple Dog Dare is the first ...

In the vast tapestry of the Nine Worlds, a celestial star burns dim, bound in ancient chains forged by gods and mortals alike. Its imprisonment sends tremors through the Web of Wyrd, unraveling the delicate balance of fate. When Mardöll, goddess of light upon the waters, glimpses the star’s distress in her sacred pool, she embarks on a perilous quest alongside Sunna, the radiant sun goddess, and Hel, the keeper of the dead. Together, they must uncover the truth of a forgotten pact, confront the force that feeds on the star’s dwindling brilliance, and determine whether the chains that ...

Sometimes Death is a blessing. Death was once something for the Godhunter to fight, but now she knows him intimately. She knows that the Angel of Death can be beautiful, charming, and irresistible. Sometimes Death is a blessing, and at other times he can be a curse, but Azrael is always loyal and always loved. Until he resigned, that is. Then the Angelic Host was sent after him. But there is more to their actions than simple retribution. Someone is manipulating the Host, and if Vervain wants to save her husband, she must first discover the secrets of Heaven, Hell, and the heart of Death ...

In THE JAGUAR GOD, the fifth and final book in the bestselling Cash Cassidy series, the famous adventure author and her son travel to Greece for a sunny winter getaway. While there, she meets Laura, a refugee volunteer with a background in ancient history and fluent in Greek. Together, they set out on a treasure hunt to find the legendary ivory box that once held the Jaguar God, a solid gold statue gifted to Caesar and his wife. As they search for clues in Greece’s rugged back country, they must also outwit other relic hunters determined to obtain the treasure at any cost. Follow Cash on ...

It’s a battle of the leader of gods versus the god of the sun. The Greek god Zeus controls the skies and can shapeshift as he wishes. With his connection to the sun, the Egyptian god Ra provides life, warmth, and growth. If these to gods were to go head-to-head, who would come out on top?

Gigantes y hadas, magia druídica, actos imposibles realizados por héroes: todos estos son rasgos de los mitos y leyendas celtas. En este libro, descubrirá historias heroicas sobre dioses y diosas, y cuentos épicos de amor y traición, todos llenos de espiritualismo e incluso de humor ocasional. Los mitos celtas cobrarán vida, así que todos los detalles serán más que un montón de meros hechos.

"Great reading," 5-star Amazon "Particularly beautiful" "Wonderfully clever and original." A mythic adventure Can a solitary bowman hunt down and stop the Egyptian lioness goddess Hathor-Sekhmet, sent by Ra to destroy humankind? Was it the most impossible mission in all of creation? (This story first appeared in the archaeological adventure thriller The Smiting Texts, (as a tale within the novel) but is published here separately for lovers of adventure and mythology, together with another adventure from the mythic age, Dynasty Zero. Plus Mythic Adventure 2 DYNASTY ZERO, Egypt A primordial ...

Gods, goddesses, fairies, and supernatural creatures are the lead characters in Celtic stories and tales from long ago. Often used to explain natural phenomena, life and death, and our existence, myths informed ancient people about their lives. Through listening to stories about heroic and fantastical escapades, our ancestors learned about their societal expectations. And the Celts were no different.