Yoga has a rich and ancient history that intertwines with Indian spiritual and philosophical traditions. Its origins are often traced back over 5,000 years, with roots in the Indus Valley Civilization (around 3,000 BCE).
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Jul 13
The God Utu
Utu, also known as Shamash in Akkadian, is the ancient Mesopotamian sun god. He was revered as the god of justice, truth, and protection for travellers. Utu was believed to see everything that happened during the day, making him a divine judge.
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Jul 13
The God Ninurta
Ninurta is an ancient Mesopotamian god associated with agriculture, healing, hunting, law, scribes, and war. Initially worshipped in early Sumer, he was known as a god of farming and healing, who protected people from sickness and demons.
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Jul 13
The Igigi lesser gods
The term “Igigi” refers to a group of mythological figures in Mesopotamian mythology. They are often considered the younger gods who served the Anunnaki, the major deities. According to the Atrahasis myth, the Igigi were tasked with laborious work for the Anunnaki until they eventually rebelled due to the harsh conditions.
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Jul 13
The Goddess Ninhursag
Ninhursag, also known as Ninmah, Damgalnuna, Nintu, Belet-Ili, Shassuru, and Damkina or Ninursag, was an ancient Sumerian mother goddess associated with fertility, mountains, and the creation of life. She was one of the seven great deities of Sumer and was often depicted as a nurturing figure, symbolizing the earth and its ability to produce life.
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Jul 12
The Sumerian reverence for rivers
The Sumerians, deeply connected to the Tigris and Euphrates rivers that cradled their civilization, had a profound reverence for these waterways, which was reflected in their religious rituals. One such ritual was the ‘mîs-pî’, an intricate ceremony that involved the ‘washing of the mouth’ of divine statues, symbolizing purification and the induction of life into the idols.
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Jul 11
Blood Sacrifice anyone? Have some black pudding!
The humble Black pudding, a distinctive type of blood sausage found in various guises around the world, has a rich history that spans across cultures and centuries, and represents a vestigial element to our collective legacy of blood sacrifice.
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Jul 06
Syncretism
Syncretism, the amalgamation of different religions, cultures, or schools of thought, has its roots in the ancient world.
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May 16
Hekate
Hekate, also known as Hecate, is a figure of significant intrigue and complexity within ancient Greek religion and mythology. She is often depicted holding a pair of torches or keys and is associated with crossroads, the night, and the underworld.
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May 16
The Enuma Elish
The Enuma Elish, also known as The Seven Tablets of Creation, is a Babylonian creation myth that originates from the ancient Mesopotamian religion.
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