Greek mythology sparked the Renaissance, transforming art from religious instruction to profound explorations of human ...

A 19th-century engraving depicts the pagan goddess Nehalennia. Once a prominent figure in what is now the Netherlands, she is experiencing a revival of interest due to new exhibits and fresh research.

Politics Who was St. Brigid and why is she inspiring many 1,500 years after her death? Devotees draw inspiration from Brigid the saint — and from Brigid the ancient pagan goddess, whose name and ...

Sacred hares, banished winter witches and pagan worship – the roots of Easter Bunny traditions are ancient T he Easter Bunny is a much celebrated character in American Easter celebrations.

As the great wheel turns we find ourselves slowly re-emerging from the deep dreamtime of winter into the portal of Imbolc. Imbolc, February 1, now known as St. Brigid's Day, marks the Irish pagan ...

MUGLA, Türkiye . Restoration work is underway at the 3,000-year-old Temple of Hecate in Lagina, a center of ancient pagan beliefs located in Türkiye's southwestern province of Mugla.

The origin of the word ‘Easter’ is linked to the ancient pagan goddess Ostara. ... A Pagan Goddess, a Christian Holiday, & Their Contested History—is Germany.

Pagan origins In 1835, the folklorist Jacob Grimm , one of the famous team of the fairy tale "Brothers Grimm," argued that the Easter Hare was connected with a goddess , whom he imagined would ...

Pagan origins In 1835, the folklorist Jacob Grimm , one of the famous team of the fairy tale "Brothers Grimm," argued that the Easter Hare was connected with a goddess , whom he imagined would ...

The Conversation explores the origins of the long and interesting journey the Easter Bunny has taken from European prehistory to today.