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Greek Mythology | God and Goddess | Roman MythologGreek Mythology | God and Goddess | Roman MythologMythology of greek, norse, roman egyptian, chinese and hindu. Articles
The Wedding of Peleus and Thetis
2008-04-23 21:52:00 Thetis was a sea nymph, whose beauty captured the heart of Zeus. However, it was told to Zeus that it was Thetis’ fate to have a son who would be far more powerful than his father. Because of this, no god could marry her because her son would grow so powerful that he ... More About: Wedding
Yuhwa
2008-04-18 08:17:00 Mother of Chumong and eldest daughter of the water god Habaek. She was abducted by the sun god Haemosu, but was returned after her father protested. An official marriage ceremony was held, but Yuhwa escaped Haemosu’s chariot before they could ascend to heaven. Enraged at her for bringing disgrace to his house, Habaek had his ...
Yondung Halmoni
2008-04-18 08:15:00 An ancient Korean wind goddess, she is celebrated in shamanic rituals where she is fed rice cakes.
Yangeulla
2008-04-18 08:15:00 The eldest of three demi-god brothers, appearing in the Samseong myth.
Tangun
2008-04-18 08:14:00 The legendary founder of the first Korean kingdom, Old Choseon, in 2333 BCE near modern P’yeongyang. His full name was Tangun Wanggeom, which is actually more of a title than a name; Tangun means “high priest” and Wanggeom means “king,” symbolizing the spiritual and political power invested in the ruler. His father was Hwanung, son ...
Tol-Harubang
2008-04-18 08:14:00 Stone Grandfather: Tol-Harubang are large phallic statues found on Jeju Island at the southern tip of South Korea. The name ‘Stone Grandfather’ was coined in the 1940’s or 50’s as a reference to their obvious masculine shape. The once-official name for them was ‘Beoksumeori’. Traditionally, Tol-Harubang are gods offering both protection and fertility. These ancient ...
Solmundae Halmang
2008-04-18 08:13:00 The Cosmogonic Goddess of Cheju, Solmundae Halmang. The goddess Solmundae Halmang (Grandmother) is the creator of the islands, mountains, valleys, hills, and rivers on Cheju Island, Korea. Physically she is a giantess: the highest mountain on Cheju Island (Hanla Mountain is over 6,000 feet in elevation) reaches below her elbow, and the deepest river reaches near ...
Seok T?alhae
2008-04-18 08:12:00 Fourth king of Shilla. T’alhae was born to the queen of King Hamdal in Wanha, and was said to have hatched from an egg. This was unheard of at the time, and the king’s advisors warned him that it was a bad omen. He put T’alhae in a large chest with various precious stones and ...
Zocho
2008-04-16 06:20:00 Zocho is one of the Japanese guardians of the four cardinal directions. He is associated with the south.
Yuki-Onna
2008-04-16 06:20:00 The Lady of the Snow, the Snow Queen or Winter Ghost in Japanese mythology. Sometimes she appears as an earthly woman, marries and has children, but sometimes she will disappear in a white mist. More About: Yuki
zuijin
2008-04-16 06:20:00 Warrior-type guardians, often carrying bows and arrows. They are associated with dosojin, the protector of crossroads and other boundary areas. As the protectors of shrines they are known as kado-mori-no-kami.
Yoshitsune
2008-04-16 06:19:00 A famous Japanese hero, son of Yoshitomo who was murdered by a member of the Taira clan. Intent on avenging his father, Yoshitsune went into the woods where he was instructed in all the martial arts by the King of the Ten-gu demons. When he returned to society, he annihilated to Taira clan.
Yorimasa
2008-04-16 06:19:00 A famous Japanese hero. When a monster was discovered on top of the emperor’s palace, he slew it and was rewarded with of Lady Ayame’s hand. He also received the famous sword called shishi-o (”Master of Lions”).
Yomi-no-kuni
2008-04-16 06:18:00 In Japanese Shinto-belief, this is the underworld in which horrible creatures guard the exits. However, this is not exactly a place like other Hells where the souls of the deceased are tortured without hope of redemption. Yomi-no-kuni is more a place where the souls are cleansed. This particular view was introduced after Izanami’s descent into ...
Yofune-Nushi
2008-04-16 06:17:00 A sea-serpent from Japanese mythology. It lived in cave under the rocks of the Oki Island’s cost. Every year on the night of June 13, the serpent had to be offered a fair maiden. If this was refused, the creature would cause storms and destroy the fishing fleet. One year, a young girl, called Tokoyo, ...
majinai
2008-04-15 09:05:00 A term for talismans, mantras, and rites which people use to try to manipulate events and influence spirits, either to bring good luck or ward off harm (sawari), curses (tatari), disease, or other calamity.
Maneki neko
2008-04-15 09:05:00 The beckoning cat. It is good-luck charm, in the form of a cat sitting on its haunches with one paw raised in a beckoning gesture. Japanese shopkeepers use it to lure customers into their shops.
Magatama
2008-04-15 09:04:00 The sacred stones of Shinto. They are pear-shaped pieces of crystal (agate, jasper, etc.) and are used for religious purposes.
Kunitsu-Kami
2008-04-15 09:03:00 The Japanese gods of the earth. They are the earthly kami, and bring welfare to humankind. More About: Kami
Kumo
2008-04-15 09:01:00 Various Japanese myths tell of huge spiders (kumo), bigger than a man, with eyes a big a saucers, sharp teeth, and long legs. These spiders hide in old castles, looking like innocent heaps of clothes. Unwary travelers, seeking shelter and laying down to sleep, will wake up to find themselves imprisoned by huge sticky spider ...
Kuni-Toko-tachi
More articles from this author:2008-04-15 09:01:00 The Japanese earth deity, one of the creators. He inhabits Mount Fuji. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 |
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