Jack of the Dancing Flames
Ancient Ghosts of the Fertile Crescent
What is the oldest ghost story you've ever heard of, not the first one you've ever heard, but the most ancient?
Ghost stories always seem to follow the same needs: peaceful death and a proper burial.
Ancient Ghosts of Aboriginal Australia
Short piece about the importance of ghosts in a generalized Aboriginal Australian cultural context.
Take Me to Snurch: Bringers of Divine Serpent Wisdom and Inspiration
Flying snake gods in ancient stories symbolize both creation and destruction. Notable figures like Quetzalcoatl from Mesoamerica and Wadjet from Egypt represent wisdom and power, connecting earth and sky. Their legends emphasize humanity's bond with nature and the universe. Through art and folklore, these deities enhance our knowledge of ancient cultures and their relevance today.
The Bust of the Beautiful Woman
All the Chimaera
The Roots of the Laurel Crown
Are we trying too hard to celebrate victory in wholesome terms? Do we overlook the shadows cast by our cherished symbols? The story of the laurel crown challenges us to reflect on the deeper meanings behind the art we embrace.
Welcome to Jurassic Art
How are bestiaries connected to paleoart? Magic to prehistory? The real question is, how are they not? Find out how explanations about life… finds a way.
Who’s Throwing Rabbits at the Moon?
A Deeper Look into the Rabbit on the Mayan Moon Myth
This article provides an in-depth exploration of the rabbit on the moon myth from Mesoamerica, exploring its history, symbolism, and potential implications.
The Resurrection of Pakal
How would you want to be remembered? One of Palenque’s great kings chose to be immortalized as a young god being reborn into the afterlife. What does it all mean? Let’s examine the history behind Pakal’s coffin lid.
