Explore gods, heroes and legends across cultures, and the stories that continue to capture our imagination.
Explore the diverse traditions of Celtic mythology, from the Tuatha Dé Danann and the adventures of Cú Chulainn in Irish literature to the extraordinary encounters preserved in the Welsh Mabinogion. Discover gods,…
Explore the collection Egyptian mythologyAncient Egyptian Mythology is a rich tapestry woven from the beliefs and rituals that formed the foundation of ancient Egyptian culture for over three millennia. This mythology encompasses a vast pantheon of…
Explore the collection Greek mythologyGreek Mythology is a captivating collection of tales and legends that form the cornerstone of ancient Greek culture and civilization. It presents a complex world where gods and goddesses, heroes and monsters,…
Explore the collection Hindu mythologyExplore the rich and diverse traditions of Hindu mythology, from stories of Shiva, Vishnu and Devi to the epic journeys of the Ramayana and Mahabharata. Discover divine encounters, remarkable heroes and sacred…
Explore the collection Japanese mythologyExplore the gods, sacred stories and legendary encounters of Japanese mythology, from the creation traditions of Izanagi and Izanami to tales of Amaterasu, Susanoo and the kami associated with places and natural…
Explore the collection Norse mythologyAncient Norse Mythology is a profound and intricate system of beliefs and stories that shaped the worldview of the Viking Age and early medieval Scandinavia. This mythology is populated with a diverse…
Explore the collection Roman mythologyAncient Roman Mythology, deeply intertwined with the fabric of Roman society and culture, is a fascinating blend of indigenous Italian traditions and the extensive borrowing from Greek mythology, reshaped with unique Roman…
Explore the collectionThe Sacred Burial Rites and Funerary Practices in Greek Mythology Death has always been an inevitable part of life, and throughout human history, societies have developed various rituals and practices to honor the deceased and ensure…
Read the story : The Sacred Burial Rites and Funerary Practices in Greek MythologyKali and the problem of Raktabija Among the most arresting episodes in the Devi Mahatmya is the story of Kali’s battle with Raktabija, the…
Read the story : Kali and the Slaying of Raktabija in the Devi MahatmyaMedusa and the Gorgons: the monster, the sisters and the hero Medusa is one of the most recognisable figures in Greek mythology: the Gorgon…
Read the story : Medusa and the GorgonsAwaji Island has a special place in Japanese mythology because it is linked to the opening movements of creation itself. In the central court…
Read the story : The Creation of the Land in Awaji: Izanagi, Izanami and Regional TraditionParvati’s resolve and Shiva’s reluctance Among the many stories told about Shiva and Parvati, this one is especially beloved because it turns on patience…
Read the story : Parvati’s Austerities and the Winning of Shiva’s LoveFreyja is one of the best-known goddesses of Norse mythology, and her most famous possession is Brísingamen, a splendid necklace that appears in several…
Read the story : Freyja, Brísingamen and the Daughters of ÆgirSet is one of the most striking gods in ancient Egyptian religion because he never settles into a single, easy role. He can be…
Read the story : Set’s Role in Myth, Kingship and Desert PowerMinerva is one of the most revealing Roman gods to follow through the sources, because she sits at the meeting point of worship, practical…
Read the story : Minerva in Roman Worship, Craft and StatecraftThe Tuatha Dé Danann and the Mythic Invasion of Ireland The Tuatha Dé Danann are one of the best-known peoples in Irish mythology: a…
Read the story : The Tuatha Dé Danann and the Mythic Invasion of IrelandThe first islands in Japanese myth The opening chapters of the Kojiki and the Nihon Shoki tell a story that is both cosmological and…
Read the story : The Birth of the Japanese Islands in the Kojiki and Nihon Shoki
