The púca (Irish for spirit/ghost), pooka, phouka, phooka, phooca, puca or púka, is primarily a creature of Irish folklore. Considered to be bringers both of good and bad fortune, they could either help or hinder rural and marine communities. The creatures were said to be shape changers which could take the appearance of black horses, goats and rabbits. The púca has counterparts throughout the Celtic cultures of Northwest Europe. For instance, in Welsh mythology it is named the pwca and in Cornis
Clever Cub Explores God's Creation by Bob Hartman and illustrator, Steve Brown, little ones enjoy spending time with Clever Bear as he learns from Mama Bear all about how God filled the world with life, as he created the sky, water, mountains, beaches---and even clever cubs like him! Questions about the story's theme and ideas for learning more in the Bible are also included. Paperback, 24 pages. Ages 4-8
As the horned god of Celtic polytheism, Cernunnos is often associated with animals, forests, fertility, and even wealth.
Mythological creatures inhabit a legendary space unlike no other in our minds and hearts. And this mythical creatures list reminds us of how fantastical their lore is.
Standard Halloween creatures — vampires, werewolves and killer clowns — may give you the shivers, but these mythic monsters from around the world are terrifying nightmare fuel.
War Omen War arrives, with deafening roars, endless flame, and an unquenchable hunger for destruction. He hides in no shadow preferring instead to be seen by al
Here is a list of mythical creatures from many cultures I have found and put together in one document. I will always be updating each chapter as I find more creatures. ~~I do not own the cover art Or the art shown throughout this book~~ ~~I have no plant base mythology in here~~
There are a number of deadly mythical creatures from different cultures around the world. Let's have a look at 20 of the strangest and most dangerous mythological monsters.
Name: Minotaur, Minotauros Area of Origin: Greece The Minotaur (translated as "The Bull of Minos") is among the most famous creatures found in all of Greek Mythology. After he took the throne of...
MARDUK: A late-generation god from ancient Mesopotamia and patron deity of the city of Babylon.
Greek mythology has been a part of our World Literature subject since we all went schooling. What made this myth truly inspiring is the stories of heroes and other mortals who live with the Olympian gods and the goddesses, how they mutually care for each other and show balance of peace and prosperity from two
Arachne, a Lydian maiden bearing fingers as nimble as the gods, was said to have been able to weave the most beautiful fabrics from the finest of threads. Although the story stems from a lesser-known
Name: Manticore, Martyaxwar, Martichora Area of Origin: Persia The Manticore or Martyaxwar (Man-Eater in Middle Persian) is a legendary beast, similar to a sphinx. The beast had the body of a lion, a...
So, I don’t know about you, but it seems to me that dragons are getting a little overused. You know? Every fantasy book has to have a dragon. When did that become a thing? Just because Th…
This is what's written in Arthur Spiderwick's Field Guide to the Fantastical World Around You about Manticores. Originally documented in Persia, the feared, man-eating manticore, or manticora, has been sighted in places as varied as the jungles of Brazil and Indonesia and, more rarely, the forests of North America and Europe. With the body of a lion and a tail of poisonous spines some reports indicate can be shot like arrows, a manticore is a lethal predator. It eats its victims whole using its
Angels Angels are considered to be beings above magic and their powers are a tad hard to understand at times. There are things such as angelic magic, examples of those would be runes. Sigils are more markings and the involvement of an angels direct powers upon the weapon or person. While Runes are heavens powers and magic from any heavenly source being sent to the nephilim or angel wearing said runes. Angel rankings are a tad hard to understand at times so here are the basics. Angel ranking from
Finish your adventure as an impartial judge Aeon, who will rise above the sordid vanity of this world☄️ What's there, beyond the Cosmic Caravan: a myriad of stars, each as amazing as the next. Start acting as a cosmic creature today, leave a comment and get a galaxy to name ⬇️✨
Today we're discussing the ancient Greek god Pan, signs this god wants to work with you, and what you can learn from the great god of the wild. A vast pantheon of gods, both important