Topics : Mythology
Wonders in the Sky: Unexplained Aerial Objects From Antiquity to Modern Times
"Wonders in the Sky: Unexplained Aerial Objects from Antiquity to Modern Times" by Jacques Vallée and Chris Aubeck is a comprehensive investigation into the history of unidentified flying objects (UFOs). The book examines over 500 reports of UFO sightings from ancient times up to the year 1879, a period before the profound changes brought by the Industrial Revolution and the advent of modern … →
The Pillar of Enoch
Helena Lehman's "Pillar of Enoch" website is a resource for those interested in Judeo-Christian spiritual truths, ancient history, and future prophecies related to signs in the heavens as connected to Bible prophecy. The site features her "Language of God Book Series," which explores biblical allegory and symbolism. The series delves into the prophetic imagery of the Bible, sacred monuments like … →
The Gospel in the Stars
Joseph A. Seiss' book "The Gospel in the Stars" presents a unique interpretation of the constellations, suggesting that they carry a divine message relating to the gospel of Jesus Christ. Seiss, an American pastor and author, proposes that the arrangement and symbolism of the constellations have been used throughout human history as a means to convey knowledge and wisdom, particularly concerning … →
The Eridu Genesis
The Eridu Genesis, also known as the Sumerian creation myth, is one of the earliest known narratives of its kind. Discovered on a single fragmentary tablet excavated in Nippur in 1893 and recognized in 1912, it dates back to around 1600 BCE. This myth forms part of a group of Sumerian creation myths found at the same site, including the Barton Cylinder and the Debate between sheep and grain, and … →
The Electronic Text Corpus of Sumerian Literature
The Electronic Text Corpus of Sumerian Literature (ETCSL), in its second edition, is a comprehensive digital project aimed at compiling, translating, and publishing the extensive body of Sumerian literature. This literature, dating back to around 2500 BCE, includes a vast array of poetic forms such as hymns, laments, prayers, fables, and proverbs, largely reconstructed from thousands of fragmented … →
Parzival
Wolfram von Eschenbach's "Parzival" is a seminal work of high medieval literature, written in the early 13th century. This epic poem is one of the most important narratives of the Arthurian legend, particularly notable for its detailed portrayal of the quest for the Holy Grail. The story revolves around Parzival (Percival in English), a knight from the court of King Arthur, and chronicles his … →
Mazzaroth; Or, the Constellations
Frances Rolleston's book, "Mazzaroth; or, The Constellations," explores the significance and symbolism of the constellations in the context of divine revelation and biblical prophecy. She contends that the constellations hold a deeper, spiritual meaning that has been obscured by associations with pagan mythology and a lack of understanding of their original intent. →
Mazzaroth | the Alpha and the Omega
Jim A. Cornwell's website, mazzaroth.com, offers a detailed exploration of the interplay between the zodiac, biblical narratives, and ancient civilizations. It delves into the correlations of zodiac symbols with biblical patriarchs, interprets the creation story in Genesis in relation to astronomical events, and examines the historical and astronomical connections to various periods, such as the … →
Internet Sacred Text Archive
The Internet Sacred Text Archive (ISTA), founded by John Bruno Hare in 1999 in Santa Cruz, California, is a website dedicated to preserving electronic public domain religious texts. Hare, a software engineer, initiated this project from his home as an intellectual challenge, digitizing over 1,000 public domain books on religion, folklore, and mythology to promote religious tolerance through … →
Epic of Gilgamesh
The Epic of Gilgamesh is an ancient Mesopotamian poem, regarded as one of the earliest great works of literature. It narrates the adventures of Gilgamesh, the historical king of Uruk, and his quest for immortality, exploring themes of friendship, the human condition, and the fear of death. The epic, written in cuneiform on clay tablets, dates back to the early 3rd millennium BCE. →
Enlil and Ninlil: The Begetting of Nanna
"Enlil and Ninlil: The Begetting of Nanna" is a Sumerian creation myth that dates back to the mid to late 3rd millennium BC. The story is set in the ancient city of Nippur, which is portrayed as a divine city inhabited by gods before humans. Enlil, a prominent god in the Sumerian pantheon, is featured as a central character in this myth. →
Debate Between Winter and Summer
The "Debate between Winter and Summer," also known as the "Myth of Emesh and Enten," is a Sumerian creation myth dating from the mid to late 3rd millennium BC. This narrative is composed on clay tablets and is part of the ancient Mesopotamian tradition of disputations or debate poems. →
Debate Between Sheep and Grain
The "Debate between sheep and grain" or "Myth of cattle and grain" is a significant Sumerian creation myth from the mid to late 3rd millennium BC. This myth is one of several "debate" topics known from Sumerian literature, characterized as disputations. Such debates were philosophical in nature and often addressed humanity's place in the world, reflecting a sophisticated level of abstract thought … →
Book of Enoch
The Book of Enoch, also known as 1 Enoch, is an ancient Hebrew apocalyptic religious text traditionally attributed to the patriarch Enoch. It contains unique material on the origins of demons and Nephilim, the reasons why some angels fell from heaven, and a prophetic exposition of the thousand-year reign of the Messiah. The oldest sections are estimated to date from 300–200 BC, with the latest … →
Barton Cylinder
The Barton Cylinder, also known as CBS 8383, is a significant artifact of Sumerian literature and mythology. Dating from the mid to late 3rd millennium BCE, approximately around 2400 BCE, it is a clay cylinder inscribed with a Sumerian cuneiform text. The cylinder was discovered in 1889 at the site of Nippur during excavations by the University of Pennsylvania and is currently housed in the … →
Avesta
The Avesta is the holy scripture of Zoroastrianism, one of the world's oldest monotheistic religions. Composed over several centuries, its authorship is traditionally attributed to the prophet Zoroaster, but it likely includes contributions from many authors. The Avesta consists of various parts, including hymns, liturgical texts, mythological lore, moral guidance, and prayers. These texts are … →