Mythologies Religions

A fascinating guide to the monsters that are part of our collective psyche, from the host of the hit podcast Lore. They live in shadows - deep in the forest, late in the night, in the dark recesses of our mind. They're spoken of in stories and superstitions, relics of an unenlightened age, old wives' tales, passed down through generations. And yet, no matter how wary and jaded we have become, as individuals or as a society, a part of us remains vulnerable to them.

We have been connected to cats for more than 30 million years. To our prehistoricancestors cats were deadly predators of the night, and because of this ancient memory etched onto our DNA, cats epitomize our fear of the dark. Yet in addition to their connection to the dark and the shadows, their intelligence, sophisticated physical abilities, and finely tuned senses also led many cultures to view cats as connected to the spirit world.

Here is a package of three books on Irish and Celtic mythology. In About the Little People, learn about these creatures, the Otherworld, and stories of encounters with them. The Mythical People of Ireland is all about the mythical beings of Ireland, including the Tuatha De Danann, elves, leprechauns, druids, the Otherworld, and more. Druid History, Mysticism, Rituals, Magic, and Prophecy digs into the history of the Druids, their festivals, alphabet, meditations, rituals, prophecy, herbal healing, and much more.

To make Indian mythology interesting for kids, this unique book, The Mahabharata: My First Mythology Tale, has been specially written in simple language. One of the great epics, Mahabharata was compiled by Ved Vyasa. It narrates the story of the struggle and fate of two groups of cousins - Pandavas and Kauravas - during the Kurukshetra War.

El enigma ovni en la voz, el testimonio y las historias de personas que una noche miraron al cielo y fueron testigos de algo desconocido que bajó de las estrellas. "Alienígenas chilenos" es un audiolibro sobre creer y encontrar respuestas desde el camino del escepticismo, el folklore y la oralidad. Un trabajo construido con los recursos de la literatura, la autoficción y las habilidades del periodismo.

This collection investigates the origins of our most intriguing old-fashioned superstitions, many of which we still find ourselves abiding by today. Hundreds of the beliefs passed down through the generations have their foundations in our ancestors' efforts to ward off evil, which they blamed for hardship, illness, and injustice in times when life was, as often as not, "nasty, brutish and short."

Pick up the acclaimed Atlas of Cursed Places, and visit the world's most nerve-wracking locations. With pithy historical profiles, this is a clever gift for the intrepid traveler or armchair adventurer who wants to explore destinations both remarkable and daunting. Visit: a coal town where the ground is constantly on fire; a Zambian national park where more than eight million bats darken the skies; the infamous suicide location of Aokigahara Forest near Mount Fuji; the lesser-known Nevada triangle, in which dozens of aircraft have inexplicably disappeared.

"Je suis passionnée par les mythes, car ce sont à mes yeux des histoires canons, dont les symboles continuent d'agir sur nous. Et dans nos traditions mythologiques, un motif en particulier me fascine, c'est la descente volontaire d'un héros ou d'une héroïne dans un monde souterrain invisible aux mortels, par exemple le monde des Enfers dans les épopées grecques, ou l'Enfer chrétien. C'est toujours une initiation afin d'acquérir un savoir, un pouvoir, une guérison, une quête à la recherche d'une âme, ou encore pour une transformation personnelle."

Kartikeya, the god of war and victory, leads battles against demonic forces. This story highlights his valor, wisdom and the lessons he brings as a warrior deity.

Unlock the Mysteries of African Spirituality and Connect with the Echoes of Your Ancestral Heritage! Have you ever wondered about the powerful traditions, rituals, and beliefs that have shaped the rich tapestry of African culture for millennia? "Echoes of the Ancestors: Exploring African Tradition and Worship" is your gateway to understanding the profound spiritual heritage of Africa. This captivating book takes you on a transformative journey through the heart of African spirituality, revealing the deep connections between the physical and spiritual worlds that have guided countless ...

Discover the origins of creation and the beginning of life as narrated in ancient Indian texts. This story sets the foundation for understanding the cycles of existence.

However she is remembered, revered or written about, Sita continues to exert a powerful influence on the collective Indian psyche. In Search of Sita presents essays, conversations, and commentaries that explore different aspects of her life.

Was Jesus created from paganism? Are the Norse gods real? Can Wicca answer all your burning questions? Is Buddhist reincarnation logical? Mark Tabata covers these and many more in this study, designed to help you better understand what these religions actually teach, what their origins are, and how to determine which (if any) are true. This is a perfect tool to use with those who have embraced Wicca, Norse mythology, or Buddhism, showing the truth of Jesus Christ to them in love and logic. Mark Tabata is an evangelist for the church of Christ.

Las leyendas y los cuentos de terror han acompañado al ser humano desde los inicios de la sociedad. En este audiolibro Alberto Granados ha querido reunir todas las leyendas urbanas conocidas, tanto las más clásicas como las más actuales, un compendio de historias macabras, inquietantes, terroríficas, inverosímiles o incluso divertidas. Desde la historia de la chica de la curva a la de hamburguesas de rata, la colección reúne leyendas de todo tipo y para todos los gustos.

For centuries, eyewitnesses around the world - from America to Africa, Argentina to Scotland - have reported sightings of dark, mysterious creatures in area lakes that surface briefly, only to quickly disappear. While the most famous lake monsters of Loch Ness and Lake Champlain have gained international notoriety, hundreds of lakes around the world are said to shelter these shadowy creatures. Lake Monster Mysteries is the first book to examine these widespread mysteries from a scientific perspective.

Japanese folklore is abundant with tales of ghostly creatures and the supernatural. In Haunted Japan, author Catrien Ross reveals the legends that have been passed down for generations and continue to terrify us today.

The 12 sacred Jyotirlingas represent Shiva’s presence on earth. This story takes listeners on a journey to these holy shrines, highlighting their spiritual significance.

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THE EMPRESS! Card 3 (and Book 4) of the Major Secrets of the Major Arcana series. Here is a book JAM-PACKED WITH FACTS and secrets from the Tarot. This entire book is dedicated to THE EMPRESS.

Goddess Alpha: Directions Home features a blend of poetry, reflections, action, and meditations from goddesses representing each letter of the alphabet. The stories begin with Artemis, the virginal hunter, and continue with Eos, the ostentatious goddess of dawn, and Hecate, the healer. The chapters conclude with the Zorya sisters, who guard the universe from a devouring beast. Each of the 26 goddesses offers guidance on finding direction in life and creatively tackling tasks of invention and inspiration.